EPISODE · Jul 2, 2026 · 30 MIN

273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?

from The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention · host Dinalynn Rosenbush, SLP | Speech Pathologist, Parent Mentor, Communication with Kids

Hey Friends~ Have you ever noticed your child can sing every word of a favorite song but struggles to say those same words in conversation? Or maybe your child isn't talking yet, avoids back-and-forth interaction, has difficulty with rhythm or imitation, or simply learns differently than other children. What if music could become a bridge? In this episode, we explore how music creates a safe space for children to learn. Rhythm, repetition, melody, and predictable patterns slow language down, making it easier for the brain to process, remember, and use. Music also activates multiple areas of the brain, strengthening memory, movement, attention, and learning in ways that everyday conversation often cannot. My guest knows this personally. She was largely nonverbal until she was four or five years old, and music became the place where language finally made sense. Today, she's an award-winning children's musician whose songs are intentionally designed to build language, communication, and connection for all children, especially those who learn differently. If you've ever wondered whether music could help your child communicate, this conversation may open an entirely new way of thinking about learning. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: [email protected] Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST: Margot Bevington is an award-winning songwriter, educator, and performer whose music helps children grow through rhythm, imagination, and connection. Inspired by her own childhood speech delay, she has released three children's albums, two of which received the National Parenting Product Award. A graduate of Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Margot creates music that celebrates communication, creativity, and the belief that every child counts. CONTACT THE GUEST: MsMargotsMusic.com Instagram- @margotbevington Free "I Count" Coloring Page with Email Newsletter Sign Up (on website) A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Link for Financial Freedom 101 event scholarship: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading? 243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build Confidence & Connection 248 Dr. Emily Levy: Effectively Teach Reading with Orton Gillingham & Multi-Sensory Techniques 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play

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Hey Friends~ Have you ever noticed your child can sing every word of a favorite song but struggles to say those same words in conversation? Or maybe your child isn't talking yet, avoids back-and-forth interaction, has difficulty with rhythm or imitation, or simply learns differently than other children. What if music could become a bridge? In this episode, we explore how music creates a safe space for children to learn. Rhythm, repetition, melody, and predictable patterns slow language down, making it easier for the brain to process, remember, and use. Music also activates multiple areas of the brain, strengthening memory, movement, attention, and learning in ways that everyday conversation often cannot. My guest knows this personally. She was largely nonverbal until she was four or five years old, and music became the place where language finally made sense. Today, she's an award-winning children's musician whose songs are intentionally designed to build language, communication, and connection for all children, especially those who learn differently. If you've ever wondered whether music could help your child communicate, this conversation may open an entirely new way of thinking about learning. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: [email protected] Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST: Margot Bevington is an award-winning songwriter, educator, and performer whose music helps children grow through rhythm, imagination, and connection. Inspired by her own childhood speech delay, she has released three children's albums, two of which received the National Parenting Product Award. A graduate of Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Margot creates music that celebrates communication, creativity, and the belief that every child counts. CONTACT THE GUEST: MsMargotsMusic.com Instagram- @margotbevingtonFree "I Count" Coloring Page with Email Newsletter Sign Up (on website) A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Clever EllyThe a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Link for Financial Freedom 101 event scholarship: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading? 243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build Confidence & Connection 248 Dr. Emily Levy: Effectively Teach Reading with Orton Gillingham & Multi-Sensory Techniques 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play