Books to Make Noise to!
Last month's theme was 'Fish' and, as well as providing our members with two of our favourite fishy books, we also provided a list of others that we'd recommend.
Here's our list of books that perfectly complement this month's theme; Noise! Although, truth is, there is surely no better noise than reading out loud?!
The books we included this month:
Trixie Ten by Sarah Massini
Crash Bang Donkey! by Jill Newton
The Ones You May Have Missed
Stan and Mabel by Paul Rissmann and Polly Ives
A truly wonderful book but for children who are probably at least 3 years old. Funny, educational and enticing. A great family read. For those who have older children still, check out this incredible resource: http://www.musicintheround.co.uk/user_content/files/Stan_MabelParticipationPackFinal.pdf
Woooo! by Gerry Turley
Perfect for very little ones. Beautiful illustrations and simple, engaging language make this book very easy to access and interact with.
The Dawn Chorus by Suzanne Barton
A lovely book about singing and melody. A book that's as much about friendship and community as it is song, it covers plenty of important topics without coming across as preachy. Just very sweet and endearing.
What the Ladybird Heard by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks
Much like all of Julia Donaldson's books, there is a great rhythm and so it's easier to play with pace. With the added benefit of animal sounds and rhyming, this is one my favourites of hers. Also worth recommending the sound book version! (In fact, there are so many good sound books that it seems unfair to include them in this list...)
Sweet Music in Harlem by Debbie A. Taylor and Frank Morrison
An enchanting story featuring jazz music and real jazz musicians. I won't do the book justice. Just read this!
Update - June '17
Frankie by Tim Hopgood
What a beautiful, unique book! This story follows usually quiet Frankie who discovers music and what happens both in the story and visually is a synesthesiac (I'm sticking with that as a word) masterpiece.
What a Wonderful World by Tim Hopgood
Take a bow Tim Hopgood. This is just beautiful. It's the lyrics from the Louis Armstrong's famous song but with Hopgood's perfect illustrations. An inspiring book to sing along to at home!
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