How music games can support the holistic development of learner and the importance of games in culturally diverse classrooms.

In a game, the goals for participating originate outside the game itself. A game is a system in which players engage in an artificial conflict, defined by rules, that result in a quantifiable outcome. Children respond positively to music. Music helps children develop their emotional intelligence. Music is a form of creative expression which develops a child's sense of self. When playing together with your children they learn how to take turns and be considerate, whether sharing equipment or allowing other space and time to sing and express themselves.

Motivation comes from within a child and nurtures as their urge to learn. It comes from a desire to be successful as well as a need to associate positively with others. During music games, kids feel good about themselves, which is important to even very young children. During a game where children are given choices, they build a sense of will by making their own decisions and choosing what to do. They learn self-control and impulse control, which means they think before acting, and stay engaged in one activity instead of moving from one to anther. Music generally relaxes, energises and motivates children.