Introduction
Abstract
From East to West and North to South, no countries in the world do not have lullabies or nursery rhymes. These are the infused forms of music and literature that the humans are exposed to right from birth or as embryos. The interplay between music and literature is a significant cultural phenomenon that has shaped human expression and communication across space and time. Both forms of expression offer rich avenues for emotional expression, storytelling, and cultural transmission. In educational settings, particularly in primary education, the integration of literature and music offers a powerful tool for cognitive and language development, cultural literacy, and emotional growth (Hallam, 2010). This introductory essay examines the relationship between literature in music and music in literature and discusses how these interactions contribute to language and literacy development and the broader educational experience of young children.
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