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Sweet Sounds: The ABCs of Black Women in Music highlights just a few of the women vocalists, musicians, and performances whose impact can still be felt in today''s music across the globe. The goal of this book is to serve as a starting point for parents, guardians, and more looking to educate the young music lovers in their lives on the contributions of Black women in music across genres. 

Gather round, join in and sing together this Christmas with Ladybird.This large, tabbed board book is the perfect Christmas songbook, filled with 10 favourite festive songs for toddlers to learn and sing along with.Each song is brought to life with beautiful illustrations from Fernando Martin. Songs include:Away in a MangerDeck the HallsWe Three KingsJingle BellsHark! The Herald Angels SingWe Saw Three ShipsSilent NightGood King WenceslasO Little Town of BethlehemWe Wish You A Merry Christmas

LEVELINGGuided Reading Level: JCommon Core State StandardsRL.2.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9W.2.1,3,5,6SL.2.1,1a,1b,1c,2,3,4,5,6L.2.1,1a,1b,1c,1d,1e,1f,2,2a,2b,2c,2d,2e,4,4a,4b,4c,4e,5,5a,5b,6

Young David has a school assignment to learn about Beethoven and his music. Fortunately, his grandfather can not only play Beethovens music for him, but he can also tell David the story of Beethovens life. David learns that Beethoven learned to play piano at age four and kept composing music his whole life, even after losing his hearing. David cant help but appreciate the man and his music, which people have been listening to and enjoying for more than 200 years.

A rhythmically told and vibrantly illustrated picture book biography of Dolly Parton: an American icon beloved by all.

A Welsh adaptation of The ABC of Opera tells thrilling stories for children about composers from the past until today, by meeting the composers themselves and hearing their stories. This volume deals with the Baroque period.

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.

The Highland Cat Detective Investigates Planet Earth OverviewJoin The Highland Cat Detective and his scruffy, talented assistant Bob Robin on their out-of-this-world, fun packed, detective mission to investigate Seas and Oceans.Explore fascinating subjects such as waves and tides. Learn about the Mariana Trench, why salt water is salty and where seas and oceans get their colour. About The Highland Cat Detective Investigates Series of BooksThe Highland Cat Detective series of books is designed to assist young readers, between the ages of 3-9, to learn about important subjects at an earlier age, in a fun and exciting way. The stories provide a progressive framework for children to absorb the material and create useful pre-exposure for later learning in their typical educational school setting. The characters in the stories are relatable and engaging. Readers of the books are offered fun packed adventures, frequent amusement, and compelling storylines with key educational elements for them to absorb.About the AuthorMadeline Cooper lives in the Highlands of Scotland with her family, and she enjoys writing for children. Through her work, she hopes to enhance children's education around the world in a fun and informative way.When she's not writing, Madeline likes spending time with her husband and son, exploring the world.Educational topics covered in this bookIn this adventure HC and BR meet an exciting new friend who helps them to investigate the seas and oceans. Together, they investigate the extent of the oceans and explore the depths in the deepest part - The Mariana Trench. Their journey takes them through to answer questions, such as, why the sea and oceans are mainly Blue? and what causes high tides and low tides? HC and BR's new friend also sheds light on waves, what causes them and how they start. Finally, there are some fun facts to boost knowledge and a look at pollution and plastics in the ocean. This book covers:Seas and Oceans on Planet EarthThe problem with pollution and plastics in the seas and oceansOcean locationsWhat makes sea water taste saltyThe deepest part of the ocean - The Mariana TrenchWaves and what causes themWhy large bodies of water appear blueWhat causes Tides on EarthHow to calculate tide timesThe cause of rainbowsA quick quiz for readersDetailed DescriptionEnjoying their well earned break after their investigation in to Planet Earth, in an earlier book, BR's holiday is suddenly interrupted by the arrival of a cheeky new character. Whilst initially offended by this new character the three of them team up and set out on an amazing journey to investigate Seas and Oceans. What starts as an awkward introduction turns in to a fabulous adventure which takes them from their beach holiday to the deepest part of the ocean - The Mariana Trench - exploring everything in between.During their adventure the trio face challenges with pollution and examine the locations of the oceans on planet Earth. They benefit from a very well educated character on the topic and learn fascinating lessons about waves and tides. Combining their knowledge they answer some fundamental questions about why the sea appears blue and what makes salt water salty. Their awkward introduction turns into a fabulous adventure, which culminates in a fitting end, where lasting friendships are formed.Join them today and ride along on the next adventure in the Highland Cat Detective series of books.

The Beginner Ukulele Lessons for Kids Book with Online Video & Audio Access by Jay Wamsted was designed to help the absolute beginning student learn to play the ukulele. This step by step course is designed for elementary school-aged children (ages 5-10) and quickly teaches the student to play songs they will know and love. These lessons teach beginner chords (C, G, G7, F) that are easier for younger students with smaller hands. Song arrangements and strum patterns were carefully selected to help children have early success playing the ukulele. This course will help the young beginner avoid getting frustrated and quitting the instrument.This beginner method includes online access to video instruction and audio tracks. The video lessons allow the child to hear and see how each song is played from a rhythm and technique standpoint. The video also shows the uke, both hands, and the sheet music on-screen at the same time.Songlist: He''s Got the Whole World, Mary Had a Little Lamb, The Wheels on the Bus, Row Row Row Your Boat, Hush Little Baby, Rain Rain Go Away, Hokey Pokey, If You''re Happy and You Know It, Itsy Bitsy Spider, John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt, Oh When the Saints, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

A story of a brilliant musician who prevailed against race and gender prejudices to become the first Black woman to berecognised as a symphonic composer and be performed by a major American orchestra in 1933.

From the talented brother-sister duo of Stephen and Anita Mangan comes this exciting fully illustrated adventure.

Listen and celebrate introduces a selection of 15 pieces from a range of time periods, countries and styles, celebrating the people who wrote the music and offering an immersive experience through active listening and composing activities.

This empathetic and inclusive picture book empowers kids to love themselves and their identities, stand up to hate, and have each others' backs no matter what. When I say something is unfair to me, but it's fair for you, what does that make it? When I meditate, it all gets clear. And if you listen, you will really hear.I am not alone. I am enough. It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice. But always remember: you are not alone! Based on the Grammy award nominated hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers' empowering song, "Not Alone," this uplifting picture book reminds kids that they always belong. Encouraging words invite readers to love their beautiful selves, celebrate their identities, and use their voices against hate, You Are Not Alone asks us to step up for each other and have each others' backs, no matter what.