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book nook: poetry & music
4-8 Years
ME I AM! by Jack Prelutsky
Follow three ME I AM’s having fun just being themselves – and showing that it’s good to be unique.
Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin by Lloyd Moss
One by one the musical instruments are introduced until the full orchestra is assembled for the concert.
Kitchen Dance by Maurie J. Manning
When a little girl is awakened by noises in the kitchen, she and her little brother tiptoe downstairs to investigate.
The Farewell Symphony by Anna Harwell Celenza
Prince Nicholas has been keeping composer Joseph Haydn and the other musicians very busy all summer at the prince’s summer estate in Hungary. As autumn approaches, however, the musicians find themselves wishing for their homes. When the prince finds out and threatens to fire the entire orchestra, it’s up to Haydn to convince him it’s time to leave the palace.
Charlie Parker Played Be Bop by Chris Raschka
The text reflects the music as it guides readers on an exploration of Charlie Parker’s music and the world of jazz.
Toasting Marshmallows: Camping Poems by Kristine O’Connell George
Camping and everything that is encompassed in the idea is captured in 30 simple poems.
Doodle Dandies: Poems That Take Shape by J. Patrick Lewis
An imaginative collection of short concrete poems.
Messing Around on the Monkey Bars: and Other School Poems for Two Voices by Betsy Franco
This collection of 19 poems depicting every part of the school day is meant for reading aloud in pairs.
The Frogs Wore Red Suspenders by Jack Prelutsky
The Frogs Wore Red Suspenders offers 28 nonsensical poems, many of which play with American geography. The poems, which range from simple to more complex, are complemented by the watercolor illustrations of Petra Mathers.
On the Wing by Douglas Florian
This engaging anthology of humorous, playful poems about a wide variety of birds includes colorful watercolor illustrations.
The Remarkable Farkle McBride by John Lithgow
Musical prodigy Farkle McBride masters each new instrument, only to quickly become bored with it and move on to a new one. When he runs out of instruments to master, he discovers the one thing that satisfies him most of all.
9-12 Years
Story of the Orchestra: Listen While You Learn by Robert Levine
Orchestra Bob takes readers on a guided tour of all things relating to the orchestra, including the origins and history of orchestral music, numerous famous composers, and the instruments themselves.
A Visit to William Blake’s Inn: Poems for Innocent and Experienced Travelers by Nancy Willard
In this tribute to William Blake and his poetry, the poems center on an imaginary inn owned by Blake. There, readers are delighted by unusual characters serving as guests and inn attendants.
Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices by Paul Fleischman
This book of poetry which focuses on the lives of various insects is meant to be shared and enjoyed by two readers.
Lives of the Musicians: Good Times, Bad Times (and What the Neighbors Thought) by Kathleen Krull
The world’s most famous and beloved musicians are featured here with descriptions that include amusing, quirky, and personal tidbits alongside the more meaningful information.
Learn to Speak Music: A Guide to Creating, Performing, and Promoting Your Songs by John Crossingham
Anyone can make music, and this book guides young readers through every aspect of the process.
Why Beethoven Threw the Stew: And Lots More Stories about the Lives of Great Composers by Steven Isserlis
Six famous composers are featured here in a series of lively and humorous biographies.
Song of the Water Boatman and Other Pond Poems by Joyce Sidman
Following pond life through the seasons, this collection of poems contains a wealth of science facts and information.
A Kick in the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic Forms by Paul B. Janeczko
A collection of poems representing the different poetic forms, from the simple and well-known to the complex and more obscure.
Falling Down the Page: A Book of List Poems by Georgia Heard, Editor
45 list poems explore a child’s experiences throughout the school year.
Diamond Willow by Helen Frost
Set in a remote area of Alaska, this is the story of twelve-year-old Diamond Willow. Willow sets out on a solo dog-sledding trip to visit her grandparents, but finds herself on an adventure that tests her strength and leads to unexpected discoveries. Written in diamond-shaped verse.
A River of Words: The Story of William Carlos Williams by Jen Bryant
A book about the American poet, William Carlos Williams, told using poetry similar to the style that he once used.
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