Learning to Read Through Music: A Brain-Friendly Approach for Struggling Readers with Kim Yarson

In this episode, Tiffany sits down with songwriter and educator Kim Yarson to explore how music can transform the way children learn to read. Discover how her Learn to Read with Music program helps children ages 3–9 build phonics skills, confidence, and joy—especially for struggling readers, children with ADHD, or dyslexia.

Episode Overview

Reading doesn’t have to be a battle. In this conversation, Tiffany and Kim Yarson dive into a music-based approach to phonics that engages the brain, supports emotional well-being, and helps children thrive—without pressure or shame. Kim shares her five-step method, her journey creating hundreds of phonics songs, and practical encouragement for parents who feel stuck or discouraged in the reading journey.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn About:

~Kim’s 5-step Learn to Read with Music method for children ages 3–9

~How music activates multiple areas of the brain and improves retention

~Why music-based learning is especially effective for ADHD and dyslexic learners

~The power of repetition, rhyme, movement, and celebration in reading instruction

~Unique program features like muted practice tracks, games, and growth-mindset messaging

~How to balance different phonics philosophies (letter names vs. sounds)

~A real success story of a child with dyslexia making rapid progress

~Kim’s plans to expand the program for educators, preschools, and microschools ~Encouragement and practical advice for parents who feel overwhelmed teaching reading

~Creative ways music and play can strengthen parent-child connection

Connect with Kim: (Copy and paste link in browser) Youtube refuses to verify me! Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/learn-to-read-with-music/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/learntoreadwithmusic/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/learntoreadwithmusic/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@learntoreadwithmusic Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@learntoreadwithmusic Website - https://learntoreadwithmusic.com/

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