Posted on July 22, 2020 at 7:47 AM by Bobbie Clark
Today’s post contains a selection of picture books that were designed to be sung aloud. Singing together has the unique benefit of enhancing language development and even later learning. So, if you have a young child, check out these books. There are also some links included for inspiration.
Have fun!
by Arthur Freed, illustrated by Tim Hopgood
All ages, young and old, will enjoy this book—share it with your children or grandchildren. You don’t need to have a trained singing voice for your young audience to love hearing this joyful book.
Find it in the library catalog HERE
Check out a musical montage of the book HERE
One Love, and Every Little Thing
written by Cedella Marley, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Introduce your babies and young children to the hopeful lyrics of Jamaican singer, songwriter and musical legend Bob Marley. Written by his oldest daughter, these delightful books are adapted versions of Bob Marley’s well-known songs. You can sing the parts from the songs and read the rest. Or try reading the books while listening to his music in the background.
Find these adorable books in the library catalog HERE
Available through Hoopla HERE
Listen to Every Little Thing HERE and One Love HERE
by Margaret Wise Brown
Illustrated by twelve award-winning illustrators
Twelve previously unpublished lullabies by the author of Good Night Moon. This book comes with a calming music CD!
Find it in the library catalog HERE
