Children's Songs & Lullabies | Nookly Help Center

Music is a powerful tool for childhood development, strengthening memory, enhancing language learning, and supporting emotional regulation. But a personalized song takes this a step further, because when a child hears their favorite words, names, and experiences woven into music, it becomes more than a song—it becomes their song.

Why Personalize a Song?

🎵 Enhances Learning – Familiar words make phonics and language stick.
🧠 Boosts Memory – Personalized lyrics strengthen recall and word recognition.
💛 Deepens Bonds – Hearing their own story builds confidence and connection.
🌍 Preserves Tradition – Custom songs carry memories and family traditions.

Now, let's create your child's very own personalized song with Nookly!

Step 1: Pick your Topic/Theme 🎯

Choose a topic your child will love and relate to!

📝 Type your idea – A song about their pet or a bedtime adventure? Just type it in.

🔍 Browse themes – Need inspiration? Explore popular topic suggestions.

🎶 Play a ready-made song – In a rush? Instantly listen to songs crafted by our team.

Step 2: Customize your Song ✨

Now, for the fun part! Make your song as unique as your little one with Nookly's fun customization options:

🎵 Choose a mood – Soothing, upbeat, heartwarming, playful, or calming sensory music for kids.

📖 Adjust the song length – Short and sweet (8 lines) or a full-length song (up to 20 lines).

✍️ Select a writing style – Whimsical & creative, heartwarming & emotional, or practical & upbeat.

📹 Pick a video style – Animated slideshow or a dreamy looping video featuring your child/children.

🧠 Set the reading level – From Pre-Reader to Advanced Reader for easy sing-alongs.

🧒 Feature your child – Build a profile from scratch or choose an existing one to feature a child in your song.

💡 Personalize details – Add their pet’s name, favorite phrases, or words they’re learning to make the song extra special!

The Nookly personalization form for creating a custom song shows a “Mood” dropdown set to “Warm,” a “Number of Lines” control set to 16, a “Writing Style” dropdown set to “Whimsical & Creative,” an “Associating Style” dropdown set to “Looping Video,” a “Reading Level” dropdown set to “Pre-Reader,” a “Children Featured” selector containing the name “Malak,” and an empty “Other Details” text area displaying placeholder guidance.

Step 3: Edit your Lyrics 📝

Your lyrics are now generated—time to make them even more magical!

🖊 Tweak lyrics: Click the pencil icon to edit any lines or add your personal touch.

✅ Save it: Once you love your song, click save to generate your song and visuals.

Example of how Nookly's custom song generator drafts the song lyrics for review

Step 4: Play, Sing & Enjoy 🎧

It’s time for the best part—singing, dancing, and making memories!

⚡ Note: It may take a few minutes as our AI musical fairies work their charm and generate your song! Feel free to explore other tabs while your song generates.

🎶 Sing along – Play it on repeat until you and your child know every word.
🌟 Go full screen – Create a fun, immersive experience for your child.
📚 Find it anytime – Your song is saved in your Reading Nook for future sing-alongs!

Preview of engaging personalized video that accompanies custom songs made with Nookly's AI tool.

Step 5: Spread the Song Love! 🎤

You just created a song that your child will treasure forever, it's time to share the joy with all your loved ones!

📢 Share with family & friends – Let loved ones experience the magic too!
🎁 Send as a gift – A personalized song makes a meaningful keepsake.

Final output of a personalized children's song or lullaby made with Nookly's AI platform for social-emotional learning through visual supports.

Looking for a full walkthrough? Watch our Children’s Songs & Lullabies Tutorial for pro tips on making the most of your song! 👇