El impacto de la música en el desarrollo cognitivo infantil, desde la percepción de los padres de familia, constituye un aporte para su integración en contextos educativos

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Abstract: This work analyzes the impact of music on children's cognitive development, demonstrating its positive influence on skills such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language, supported by the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, and Gardner. Through a mixed-methods study conducted in an educational unit, it was found that 80.8% of children associate music with positive emotions, while 71.3% improve their concentration during musical activities. Furthermore, music strengthens cognitive functions and fosters emotional and social well-being, according to the perceptions of students and parents. It was identified that music acts as a cross-curricular pedagogical tool that promotes neuroplasticity and meaningful learning. The results suggest that its integration into education is key to the comprehensive development of children, and therefore its inclusion in the curriculum from an early age is recommended. This study provides evidence on the importance of music in children's cognitive development.