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What Is Melody Matters?
Melody Matters is a free, community-based reading program developed to uplift and inspire children through the power of storytelling, music, and cultural identity. This initiative targets students who are reading below grade level and may not have consistent access to story time at home. The program is crafted through culturally responsive learning, music, and social-emotional development in order to work towards our goal of bridging the literacy gap.
Through carefully chosen read-alouds, guided comprehension activities, music integration, and storytelling that reflects their lived experiences, children develop core skills while connecting with a loving community of peers and adult mentors.
Our program instills a love for reading in children, while also nurturing self-awareness, confidence, language development, and joy.
Live Your Song is an esteemed education software and publishing company committed to educational equity and mental wellness. From our roots as a small literacy-based program to becoming a world class leader in education transformation, we've consistently focused on closing learning gaps and empowering families and educators with meaningful, culturally relevant content.
We serve K–12 institutions, parents, and caregivers through a full suite of in-school and out-of-school programming, tech-based learning tools, curated reading materials, and essential school supplies. Our professional development and educator support systems make it easier than ever for schools to implement proven, SEL-infused curriculum that changes lives.
Program Goals
Instill a love for reading in early learners
Build language development and comprehension skills
Introduce students to inference and problem-solving techniques
Deliver culturally relevant stories where children can see themselves
Provide story time access in a safe, nurturing, and joyful space
Empower children to own their voice, express their feelings, and grow their confidence
Empower children to own their voice, express their feelings, and grow their confidence
What We Offer
Culturally Relevant Children's Books
Representation matters. That’s why Melody Matters uses a curated library of diverse children’s books to ensure every child feels seen and heard. Books are selected not only for their readability and developmentally appropriate themes, but also for their power to reflect cultural heritage, celebrate diversity, and spark conversation. Our books explore themes such as family, community, resilience, and imagination—offering an alternative to traditional stories that may exclude Black and Latinx voices. Each session builds on these narratives, encouraging discussion and critical thinking among young readers.
Reading and Music Make Deeper Engagement
Melody Matters integrates music and rhythm into every story time. Studies show that music enhances memory and reading fluency by engaging multiple parts of the brain. Children clap out syllables, sing songs inspired by the stories they read, and create their own chants and verses using new vocabulary words. This multisensory approach helps improve retention and creates joyful, memorable learning experiences. It also supports phonics development, language rhythm, and verbal fluency—all essential skills for young readers.
Flexible And Community-Based Programming
Melody Matters is intentionally designed to meet families where they are. Rather than asking families to come to us, we bring the program to neighborhoods and community centers across the city. Story times are hosted at libraries, churches, schools, and partner locations to reduce transportation barriers. Our flexible scheduling allows parents and caregivers to choose times that best suit their routines, while children enjoy reading in familiar and welcoming spaces. This citywide model allows us to reach more children and build literacy-rich communities block by block.
A Seamless Family Experience
Parents and caregivers receive weekly reading guides to help continue story time at home. With access to read-aloud books, printable activities, and music-based learning extensions, families are empowered to participate in their child’s literacy development. We also provide books for children to take home—ensuring they build personal libraries filled with stories that matter. Families don’t need expensive tech or time-consuming commitments—just the desire to help their child succeed. With minimal barriers and maximum joy, Melody Matters makes literacy accessible to all.
Social-Emotional Learning At The Core
Melody Matters places SEL at the heart of every lesson. Children learn how to recognize emotions, build confidence, and solve problems as they navigate stories and real-life connections. Through guided reflection, group dialogue, and expressive activities, children strengthen self-awareness and empathy. These skills improve classroom behavior, increase academic motivation, and promote mental well-being. Our SEL-aligned story sessions are not just fun—they're foundational to lifelong success.
Delivered by Trusted Facilitators
All programs are delivered by trained and approved Live Your Song Program Delivery Specialists who understand both the academic and emotional needs of young children. These educators bring a mix of joy, professionalism, and cultural understanding to every story time. They ensure a nurturing, safe space where every child is encouraged to participate, ask questions, and be their authentic self.
Are you ready to spark a love of reading in your child?
Sign up today for Melody Matters and become part of a citywide movement committed to literacy, music, and mental wellness. Let’s rewrite the narrative for our children—one page, one voice, one song at a time.
Don't wait. Spaces are limited, and story time slots fill quickly. Follow us on Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn to get updates on story time locations, new book giveaways, and free events near you. You’ll also receive parenting tips, behind-the-scenes videos, and ideas for making reading a family tradition at home.
What Families Are Searching For (And Finding Here)
Free kids books, read books online for kids, children’s stories, reading help for struggling readers, kindergarten books online, storybooks with music, SEL reading programs, free story time for children, diverse books for Black children, Latino children’s literature, early childhood reading programs, picture storybooks, reading intervention programs, kids poetry, free community literacy events, and more.
What Families
Are Saying
My son found a new love for reading because of Melody Matters. He even made up his own song about his favorite book character.
- Parent
We needed this in our neighborhood. It’s more than reading—it’s joy, connection, and love in action.
- Parent
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Don't Miss This!
This is more than a reading program — it’s a movement for joy, literacy, and justice. Give your child a new love for reading, language, confidence, and culture. Register today and join a movement built just for them.
What Families and Educators Say
As a parent
I was so thrilled to see how Melody Matters helped unlock reading for my child. Before starting the program, it was a struggle – lots of frustration and tears. But the way the program inspires real learning and engagement is unique. My child was able to learn at their own pace in an environment catered to their learning style. It was a transformative and powerful. Story time is something we now look forward to. My child connected with the story in such a memorable way. The confidence they gained was incredible. Now they enjoy picking up books and reading independently! It's been such a joy to witness this transformation, and I'm so grateful to Melody Matters for making reading accessible and fun for my child.
As an educator
Incorporating Melody Matters into our in-school programming is a game-changer for student engagement, particularly in the early literacy stages. I've observed a significant increase in enthusiasm and participation during reading lessons. The multisensory approach – combining auditory, visual, and kinesthetic elements – caters to diverse learning styles in a way that traditional methods often don't. Students who previously seemed hesitant or struggled to focus are now actively involved, listening, engaged, and genuinely enjoying the process of learning to read.
Melody Matters has provided us with a dynamic and effective tool to make literacy learning both impactful and enjoyable for all our students.
Live Your Song offers products and services to help K-12th grade learners access opportunities and thrive in the future.
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About us
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What is Melody Matters?
Melody Matters is a free, community-based reading program developed to uplift and inspire children through the power of storytelling, music, and cultural identity. This initiative targets students who are reading below grade level and may not have consistent access to story time at home. The program is crafted through culturally responsive learning, music, and social-emotional development in order to work towards our goal of bridging the literacy gap.
Through carefully chosen read-alouds, guided comprehension activities, music integration, and storytelling that reflects their lived experiences, children develop core skills while connecting with a loving community of peers and adult mentors.
Our program instills a love for reading in children, while also nurturing self-awareness, confidence, language development, and joy.
Live Your Song is an esteemed education software and publishing company committed to educational equity and mental wellness. From our roots as a small literacy-based program to becoming a world class leader in education transformation, we've consistently focused on closing learning gaps and empowering families and educators with meaningful, culturally relevant content.
We serve K–12 institutions, parents, and caregivers through a full suite of in-school and out-of-school programming, tech-based learning tools, curated reading materials, and essential school supplies. Our professional development and educator support systems make it easier than ever for schools to implement proven, SEL-infused curriculum that changes lives.
Program Goals
Instill a love for reading in early learners
Build language development and comprehension skills
Introduce students to inference and problem-solving techniques
Deliver culturally relevant stories where children can see themselves
Provide story time access in a safe, nurturing, and joyful space
Empower children to own their voice, express their feelings, and grow their confidence
Empower children to own their voice, express their feelings, and grow their confidence
What We Offer
Culturally Relevant Children's Books
Representation matters. That’s why Melody Matters uses a curated library of diverse children’s books to ensure every child feels seen and heard. Books are selected not only for their readability and developmentally appropriate themes, but also for their power to reflect cultural heritage, celebrate diversity, and spark conversation. Our books explore themes such as family, community, resilience, and imagination—offering an alternative to traditional stories that may exclude Black and Latinx voices. Each session builds on these narratives, encouraging discussion and critical thinking among young readers.
Reading and Music Make Deeper Engagement
Melody Matters integrates music and rhythm into every story time. Studies show that music enhances memory and reading fluency by engaging multiple parts of the brain. Children clap out syllables, sing songs inspired by the stories they read, and create their own chants and verses using new vocabulary words. This multisensory approach helps improve retention and creates joyful, memorable learning experiences. It also supports phonics development, language rhythm, and verbal fluency—all essential skills for young readers.
Flexible And Community-Based Programming
Melody Matters is intentionally designed to meet families where they are. Rather than asking families to come to us, we bring the program to neighborhoods and community centers across the city. Story times are hosted at libraries, churches, schools, and partner locations to reduce transportation barriers. Our flexible scheduling allows parents and caregivers to choose times that best suit their routines, while children enjoy reading in familiar and welcoming spaces. This citywide model allows us to reach more children and build literacy-rich communities block by block.
A Seamless Family Experience
Parents and caregivers receive weekly reading guides to help continue story time at home. With access to read-aloud books, printable activities, and music-based learning extensions, families are empowered to participate in their child’s literacy development. We also provide books for children to take home—ensuring they build personal libraries filled with stories that matter. Families don’t need expensive tech or time-consuming commitments—just the desire to help their child succeed. With minimal barriers and maximum joy, Melody Matters makes literacy accessible to all.
Social-Emotional Learning At The Core
Melody Matters places SEL at the heart of every lesson. Children learn how to recognize emotions, build confidence, and solve problems as they navigate stories and real-life connections. Through guided reflection, group dialogue, and expressive activities, children strengthen self-awareness and empathy. These skills improve classroom behavior, increase academic motivation, and promote mental well-being. Our SEL-aligned story sessions are not just fun—they're foundational to lifelong success.
Delivered by Trusted Facilitators
All programs are delivered by trained and approved Live Your Song Program Delivery Specialists who understand both the academic and emotional needs of young children. These educators bring a mix of joy, professionalism, and cultural understanding to every story time. They ensure a nurturing, safe space where every child is encouraged to participate, ask questions, and be their authentic self.
Are you ready to spark a love of reading in your child?
Sign up today for Melody Matters and become part of a citywide movement committed to literacy, music, and mental wellness. Let’s rewrite the narrative for our children—one page, one voice, one song at a time.
Don't wait. Spaces are limited, and story time slots fill quickly. Follow us on Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn to get updates on story time locations, new book giveaways, and free events near you. You’ll also receive parenting tips, behind-the-scenes videos, and ideas for making reading a family tradition at home.
What Families Are Searching
For (And Finding Here)
Free kids books, read books online for kids, children’s stories, reading help for struggling readers, kindergarten books online, storybooks with music, SEL reading programs, free story time for children, diverse books for Black children, Latino children’s literature, early childhood reading programs, picture storybooks, reading intervention programs, kids poetry, free community literacy events, and more.
What Families Are Saying
My son found a new love for reading because of Melody Matters. He even made up his own song about his favorite book character.
- Parent
We needed this in our neighborhood. It’s more than reading—it’s joy, connection, and love in action.
- Parent
Follow And Share
FOLLOW US ON
@LiveYourSong to stay up to date on Melody Matters events in your neighborhood, book giveaways, reading tips, and opportunities to get involved as a volunteer or sponsor.
Don't Miss This!
This is more than a reading program — it’s a movement for joy, literacy, and justice. Give your child a new love for reading, language, confidence, and culture. Register today and join a movement built just for them.
Live Your Song offers products and services to help K-12th grade learners access opportunities and thrive in the future.
Quick Links
About Us
privacy policy
download the app