Magic happens when we all clap together. Clap on the 2 and 4 encourages parents and children to create that magic together. Across all styles of music, some people clap on one beat while others clap on another, but we should all be clapping on the second and fourth. If we can come together on something so small, maybe we can come together on some bigger things as well. Children will learn the basics of clapping and be encouraged to try clapping on different beats. But, when it's time to hit the dance floor, it's important to always clap on the 2 and the 4.
Shaun Callahan (aka The Great Amundo) has been inviting people to dance all his life. Since the age of 15, he has worked as a DJ and dance instructor and formed the first male cheerleading team at his high school. As Mr. PEP, he was in charge of all spirit-related activities at the U.S. Naval Academy. He is a master Cajun Rub-board player and is part of the Fallstaff 5 + 2 Dixieland band in Baltimore.
Olivia Camille is a Baltimore-born artist who spends the majority of her time working on various projects in the Baltimore art scene. She graduated from Baltimore School for the Arts and went to the Maryland Institute College of Art.
children will certainly enjoy clapping and counting along in story hours or in classrooms needing a shake the sillies out session. -- School Library Journal
