Singable Book Club
Why Singable Books?
Repetitive
Predictable
Engaging
Easy-to-Implement
Accessible
Repetitive Predictable Engaging Easy-to-Implement Accessible
As a music therapist, using books that have an inherent rhythm, melody, or repetitive phrase, AKA “singable books” has always been a go-to in my sessions with kids. There are endless ways to use them to work on a wide variety of goals…and I’ve gathered all of my ideas, lists, etc. in one easy-to-access online space: The Singable Book Club!
Singable books can incorporate all learning styles: visual, auditory, reading/writing and kinesthetic. They use a familiar, predictable structure that can provide a sense of comfort and knowing. The inherent repetitive nature of many of these books allows for multiple opportunities to practice speech sounds & sight words over and over…without it getting boring! Pairing rhythm and melody with reading can gain a child’s attention in an engaging way and help them retain the information they learn.
Using singable books is a low-prep, easy-to-implement,
FUN way to reach young learners!
Ps. Most of these books can be accessed for FREE at your local library (and many come in digitized formats, as well!)
DISCOVER THE
CLUB
The Singable Book Club is a monthly subscription service devoted to providing high-quality, creative and engaging resources for you to use to accompany singable books in the classroom, therapy session, or at home!
I’ve curated a list of over 125+ singable books that I have personally used in my practice, in addition to visuals, AAC inclusion activities, and melodies to go along with them - all in one easy-to-use, organized online space!
This club is for educators, parents, speech-language pathologists, music therapists, and anyone else who wants to enhance a child’s life by incorporating singable books into their everyday learning!
Welcome to the club!
What’s in your membership:
Singable Book Lists
Unlimited access to over 125+ tried-and-true singable book lists and activities, along with melodies, demos, and how to use each book with your child, student, or client. New items are added each month!
Themes & Goal Areas
Each singable book is categorized to fit a theme and/or goal area. WH-Questions, core words, social skills, emotional learning, behavioral skills, fine motor, sequencing, and more!
Visuals & Handouts
Visuals, handouts, and printable AAC accompaniments are provided to enhance the experience, scaffold learning, and engage the child.
Get unlimited access to our growing collection of singable book exclusive content. New items added every month!
About
the Creator
Rachel See
MA, MT-BC
Hi, I’m Rachel!
After graduating with an undergrad degree in communication disorders and a Master’s in music therapy, I became endlessly fascinated and interested in how language and music intersect, connect, and enhance each other.
As a board-certified music therapist since 2011, I have used a (constantly growing!) collection of tried-and-true singable books in my sessions for pre-k and elementary-aged students of all abilities…
…and here is what I’ve seen:
Rhythm, rhyme and melody brings a book to life.
The sense of predictability and structure in a singable book piques my students’ interest and keeps them engaged, as they look forward (with great anticipation!) to each time they can say/sing the repeatable phrase.
Many of my intonation-enhanced gestalt language learners who learn through “chunks” of language benefit from the repeated lines and exaggerated intonation used in singable books.
Singable books are a very motivating tool for practicing core words on the students’ AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication) device in a natural, fun environment.
These books are also perfect for practicing sight words, speech sounds, cause & effect concepts, motor skills/movements, pre-academic skills, sequencing, and more!
And now I’ve gathered and curated a collection of melodies, handouts, and endless activities to go alongside each book.
It is my absolute pleasure to share these ideas with YOU to use in your sessions, classroom, and/or home. I can’t wait to hear how you use these singable books!
Check out the club, connect with us on Instagram, or send me an email!
I’d love to hear from you!
Singable Book Club Member Testimonial:
“Rachel has created a treasure trove of ideas with Singable Book Club that have recharged and expanded the way I use books in sessions! It’s a great value and a wonderful resource and I appreciate that she is continuously adding new material!”
-Stephanie Scheffel, MA, MT-BC
Singable Book Club Member Testimonial:
“This is a great resource for music therapists to expand their toolkit and support students in communication, language, and cognitive skills! You will gain inspiration to use the books you have to support clients and students alike.”
-Alyssa Stone, MM, MT-BC
FAQs
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The materials and singable books used in this club are geared toward anyone (educators, parents, speech-language pathologists, music therapists) who wants to enhance a child’s life by incorporating singable books into their everyday learning!
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Yes! Cancel at any time, no questions asked! Once you cancel, you will no longer have access to the materials. Just know that you are welcome back anytime!
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I do not provide the copyrighted books; however, I will provide the titles and authors, and you can check them out at your local library (for FREE!), support your local bookstore, or use the Amazon link I provide in the club!
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Singable books can be read and enjoyed by all. Don’t feel comfortable singing? No problem! All of the books chosen have an inherent rhythm/rhyme/repeatable phrase that does NOT require singing.
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Nope! Everything is self-paced and you can explore & engage with the materials in a timeframe that works best for you!