How Reading Literacy and Music Literacy Go Hand in Hand
How Reading Literacy and Music Literacy Go Hand in Hand When a child starts recognizing pictures in a book, it's a big deal because it shows they are beginning to understand that symbols—like words and pictures—stand for real things and ideas. This is the start of something really important. As they learn more, their excitement grows because they realize that this is how they can express their thoughts and needs to the people around them. When we talk about "literacy," it's not just about reading and writing. It's about being able to understand and use language in all its forms—whether that's speaking, reading, writing, or even listening. Literate kids understand that sounds, letters, pictures, and ideas are all connected and meaningful. But what does all of this have to do with music? There's actually a very strong connection between learning to read and learning music. When a child understands that letters and sounds work together to create