Books like Ludwig van Beethoven (Rookie Biographies)
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
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Award winning
For the Love of Music: The Remarkable Story of Maria Anna Mozart
Elizabeth Rusch, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of musical talent and sibling support.
Highlights historical figures in an engaging, accessible way.
Stimulates interest in music and history for young readers.
Empowers children through strong, relatable female protagonist.
For the Love of Music: The Remarkable Story of Maria Anna Mozart
Elizabeth Rusch, 2011
Award winning
Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with lively, captivating storytelling.
Enhances social skills through relatable group dynamics.
Fosters creativity and musical interest in children.
Strengthens reading confidence with manageable chapters.
Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
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
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Immerses children in ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Soothing lullabies enhance bedtime routines and bonding time.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
Award winning
When Angels Sing: The Story of Rock Legend Carlos Santana
Michael James Mahin, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring musical journey of iconic guitarist Carlos Santana.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark children's creativity.
Encourages perseverance and following one's passion.
Strengthens cultural awareness and appreciation.
When Angels Sing: The Story of Rock Legend Carlos Santana
Michael James Mahin, 2018
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.
