LEGO Systems Survey Finds that Combining Music With Playtime Makes Children More Engaged

These are among the top findings cited in a recent online survey of more than 500 American parents with children age one to five years, conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of LEGO Systems, Inc.

Music Impacts Children: When asked how listening to children's music makes their child feel, 67% of parents reported that it makes their children feel playful, followed by happier (63%), fun-loving (53%), energized (51%) and sillier (47%).

Play and Music is a Powerful Combination: 60% of parents surveyed listen to music with their child during playtime. Among those who do listen to music with their child during playtime, 88% believe that it has an effect.  At least half of these parents say that music makes their child happier or more excited; while 43% say that it makes their children act sillier.

Parents Crave New, Age-Appropriate, Ways to Play: Nearly one-third of parents surveyed said that coming up with new, age-appropriate ways to play with their child is stressful. Seventy-four percent of American parents wish there were more play activities for children that appeal to parents as well and 71% wish there were more age-appropriate ways to play with their child that focus on learning and fun.

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