How It Began
The Heart Behind Every Note & Story:
Discover Emotional Wellbeing in Children: Building Our Story’s Foundation
As a homeschooling parent and music educator, Janet Coco founded Storytime with Annie & Rocco to cultivate emotional wellbeing in her own home. By simplifying complex Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts and nurturing a passion for music, poetry and illustration, she created a series that provides a shared learning experience for the whole family. What began as a personal vehicle for creative fulfillment has grown into a music-based emotional toolkit for families everywhere.
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Our Mission: Resilience Through Play
Empowering Every Child to Dream Big and Think Boldly
At Storytime with Annie & Rocco, we believe music and stories are the heartbeat of growth. Our 'Books That Sing' philosophy turns Social-Emotional Learning into a joyful adventure, helping little ones build self-awareness and emotional resilience through the multi-sensory magic of play, song, and connection.
The Heart of Our Mission: 4 Core Values
🌱 Radical Honesty & Vulnerability
We believe self-awareness starts with naming our big feelings without shame. By being honest about our inner world, we create a safe pathway to self-acceptance and peace.
🎶 Multi-Sensory Joy
Children learn best when they can see, hear, and do. We use the power of music, poetry, and art to turn complex regulation strategies into a natural, joyful rhythm.
🤝 Shared Family Language
We don’t just teach kids; we partner with parents. Our tools provide a shared language that bridges the gap between frustration and connection during those raw, everyday moments.
🌍 Intentional Kindness
From our Learning Kindness playlist to books about protecting the Earth, we empower children to be protagonists in their own stories—honoring their souls so they can make a meaningful impact on the world.
