New booklist!
Want to introduce your kids to great musicians and the eras they lived in? These beautifully crafted picture book biographies are the perfect place to start, blending history and art to tell true stories that sing.
I, Vivaldi
Vivaldi’s passion for music shines through hardship and triumph in this ornately illustrated story
Why Beethoven Threw the Stew
Quirky tales reveal surprising moments from famous composers’ real lives
The Music of Life: Bartolomeo Cristofori & the Invention of the Piano
Engaging story of the inventor’s process that led to the piano
Francis Scott Key's Star-Spangled Banner
The story behind Francis Scott Key’s War of 1812 poem that became the national anthem
A History of Music for Children
A colorful global journey exploring music’s history, makers, and future
Lives of the Musicians: Good Times, Bad Times (and What the Neighbors Thought)
Fun, quirky tales revealing the personal lives of famous musicians
Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion
Inspiring story of Evelyn Glennie’s groundbreaking journey as a deaf percussionist
Just a Lucky So and So: The Story of Louis Armstrong
Joyful introduction to the famous trumpeter and singer's life and influence
Beethoven for Kids: His Life and Music with 21 Activities
Explore Beethoven’s life, music, and values, with fun activities
Why Handel Waggled His Wig
A witty and lively look at six famous composers through quirky stories and fun facts
The Key from Spain: Flory Jagoda and Her Music
True story of a young musician fleeing WWII with her instrument, echoing her family's flight from the Inquisition
Handel, Who Knew What He Liked
A lively portrait of Handel and his determination to stay true to himself