Join us on a voyage As parents, teachers, or caregivers, we all want to give children the best start in life — and literacy is at the heart of that journey. But did you know that music is one of the most powerful tools to boost early reading skills?
Music + Reading = Magic
Children learn language through rhythm and repetition. That’s why nursery rhymes, lullabies, and songs stick in their minds long before they can read on their own. Music activates multiple areas of the brain, helping kids recognise sound patterns, syllables, and sentence structure — all essential for strong literacy development.
In Anna and Reggie Rapasaurus, Stacey Roberts blends storytelling with musical rhyme to make reading fun and memorable. Each page comes to life with rhythm, encouraging kids to sing along and engage with the text actively.
Movement Matters Too
When children tap, clap, or move with a song, they’re not just having fun — they’re building gross motor skills and cognitive connections. Combining music with physical interaction deepens their comprehension and makes reading a full-body experience.
Stacey’s performances at Head Start events and libraries aren’t just readings — they’re interactive musical storytimes where kids dance, laugh, and learn. That’s because he believes literacy should be joyful.
At-Home Tips
- Try reading books aloud with rhythm or melody.
- Add hand motions to repeated phrases or rhymes.
- Pause and let your child fill in rhyming words.
- Re-read favourite musical books often — repetition builds confidence.
Final Thoughts
Music gives kids more than just entertainment. It builds a strong foundation for reading, learning, and self-expression. It’s no wonder Stacey’s motto is:
“United We Read, Together We Grow.”
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