Music books for kids
The Bedtime Band
Michelle Worthington, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes relaxation through rhythmic storytelling.
Encourages musical interest and rhythmic awareness in children.
Supports routine building with a calming bedtime theme.
Fosters family bonding during shared reading times.
The Bedtime Band
Michelle Worthington, 2011
Award winning
Melodies for Little Fingers: Playful Piano Tunes for Kids
Yohanta Sottile, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Cultivates musical interest and basic piano skills.
Enhances hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
Supports cognitive development and pattern recognition.
Encourages persistence, discipline through enjoyable learning.
Melodies for Little Fingers: Playful Piano Tunes for Kids
Yohanta Sottile, 2023
Nicholas Cricket
William Joyce, Joyce Maxner, 1989
28 pages
Why to read
Brightly illustrated, captures children's attention.
Enhances creative thinking through musical elements.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Engaging narrative ideal for parent-child bonding.
Nicholas Cricket
William Joyce, Joyce Maxner, 1989
Award winning
P.B. Bear: the Marching Band (DK Read Aloud, Read Along, Read Alone)
Lee Davis, 2002
24 pages
Why to read
Illustrations enhance interactive read-aloud experiences.
Encourages musical interest and rhythmic awareness in children.
Supports early literacy skills through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading sessions, boosting familial bonds.
P.B. Bear: the Marching Band (DK Read Aloud, Read Along, Read Alone)
Lee Davis, 2002
Award winning
Tango the Cat Meets Little Beethoven
Gustavo J Briceno, Gabriela A Gonzalez, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Encourages musical interest and creativity in young readers.
Illustrates the power of friendship and collaboration.
Supports cognitive development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Tango the Cat Meets Little Beethoven
Gustavo J Briceno, Gabriela A Gonzalez, 2023
Award winning
Trolls Band Together: Sister Squad/Band-tastic Brothers
Random House, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters teamwork and collaboration among diverse characters.
Boosts literacy with engaging, easy-to-follow text.
Encourages creativity through vibrant illustrations.
Trolls Band Together: Sister Squad/Band-tastic Brothers
Random House, 2023
Award winning
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through music-themed storytelling.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way for kids.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Supports development of identity and self-expression.
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
Award winning
Before John Was a Jazz Giant
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the early inspirations of jazz legend John Coltrane.
Illustrations and text evoke the soundscape of Coltrane's world.
Encourages musical exploration and appreciation in young readers.
Supports understanding of historical cultural influences in music.
