Books like Chopin (OME) (Famous Children)
Award winning
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through musical and colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and self-expression in children.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging narratives.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading times.

The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
Award winning
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
Margarita Engle, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires through historical figures and events.
Enhances understanding of perseverance and resilience.
Celebrates cultural diversity and musical creativity.
Encourages emotional expression through art.

Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
Margarita Engle, 2019
Award winning
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Aretha Franklin's impactful life and career.
Inspires children with strong, influential female role model.
Encourages respect and determination through engaging storytelling.
Beautiful illustrations complement powerful narrative.

R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2020
Award winning
Piano Starts Here: The Young Art Tatum
Robert, rew Parker, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of overcoming challenges.
Enhances appreciation for music and history.
Emphasizes perseverance and dedication.
Suitable for young readers' developmental stages.

Piano Starts Here: The Young Art Tatum
Robert, rew Parker, 2008
Award winning
Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity and expression through Keith Haring's life.
Inspires children to appreciate and engage in art.
Teaches importance of perseverance and vision in arts.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning and interest.

Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1)
Dav Pilkey, 2020
176 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through comic creation adventures. - Encourages teamwork and collaboration skills. - Engages young readers with dynamic illustrations. - Enhances understanding of narrative structures.

Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1)
Dav Pilkey, 2020
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
How Jelly Roll Morton Invented Jazz
Jonah Winter, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the origins of jazz through engaging storytelling.
Introduces historical figures in an accessible, relatable way.
Encourages appreciation for music and its cultural impact.
Stimulates interest in history and musical creativity.

