Songs, rhymes, and steady routines can make early literacy learning an engaging part of a child’s day. By combining structured phonics with music and movement, children strengthen sound recognition, ...

For educators and parents tracking the rhythm of early childhood learning, 2026 has brought a noticeable shift in the soundscape of circle time. While Singing Walrus continues to dominate the phonics ...

Brian Wilson goes lounge pop—that’s the tagline for “Busy Doin’ Nothin,” a sneaky gem on the lo-fi Friends. Brian was totally inspired by Burt Bacharach, Chris Montez, and bossa nova music. His wife ...

May 8, 2026 • MUNA. Stephen Sanchez. Lykke Li. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson chats with Celia Gregory from WNXP in Nashville about their favorite albums out Friday, May 8. Plus, a handful of NPR Music ...

3 Decades, 3 Cancers: Stacey Sager's story of survival This is a first-hand account from our Stacey Sager, who shares her story of perseverance, sacrifice, and survival as she overcame three separate ...