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QR
(Quick Response) codes are a genius way for anyone with a mobile
device to instantly get access to information. You simply aim
your phone camera at the funny black and white box, and tap the
website address that pops up and ta-da! No typing long web
addresses and clicking on extra links. Think of the
possibilities for illiterate, low literacy, or non-English
speaking families- and EVERYONE! You don’t have to be able to
read, and only need to learn how to do two things; point your
phone camera and tap! Information is there before your eyes,
whether it’s a video in a specific language, where to catch a
bus, or hearing a song! Why is this really important? The latest
PEW research poll (2022) found that up to 97% of households have smartphones and a high percentage of low income families use
them as their only Internet device. Using QR codes is a powerful
and totally accessible way to connect them with information -
including the songs on this website!
NOTE: Cameras on older phones may not read QR codes. In that
case, just download a free QR code reader from your app store.
Advocates who work directly with families should familiarize
themselves with this technology so they can help clients use
them for resources and information. Nonprofits are just now
starting to realize the power of this simple app in connecting
low income families with resources; free museum passes, food
stamps, medical care, and more. But being able to listen to and
learn a song while turning the pages of a book is no less
powerful. Each of the printable wordless books has a QR code for
this purpose.

You should also know that creating a
QR code is also free, using a free QR code generator. I like
QR code Monkey, but there are many others. You simply copy
and paste the full URL (web address) into a text box, and when
you press “enter,” the code is there. Download the code, then
copy and paste it into your print flier, brochure, or business
card, and videos, and you empower your clients to have access to
any kind of information you want to provide. How can you use
this simple technology with your clients?
The possibilities are endless!
(GO BACK TO SONG LIBRARY)
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