Music

Elsie can't wait to go to her first father-daughter dance. She picked out the perfect dress and has been practicing swirling and swaying in her wheelchair. Elsie's heart pirouettes as she prepares for her special night. With gestures, smiles, and words...

A 2022 Coretta Scott King Book Award Honoree! This luminous, defining picture book biography illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Christian Robinson, tells the remarkable and inspiring story of acclaimed singer Nina Simone and her bold, defiant, and exultant...

The precocious Sophia and her pet giraffe Noodle learn how to look at life, love, and art in this latest installment of the series that Kirkus Reviews calls "fun, clever, and empowering." Sophia loves her family and her wonderful pet giraffe Noodle, so...

"I don't need paint or paper. I can make art anywhere. My imagination is all I need." This appealing book inspires kids to create their own anywhere art! In spare, delightful text and illustrations, an exuberant young artist looks deeply at the world...

A 2025 Texas Topaz Non-Fiction Pick An engaging, kid-friendly introduction to artist Marcel Duchamp and how he turned a toilet into a famous work of art. This is the story of Marcel Duchamp and how the Dada art movement changed the way people thought...

This is the story of Andy Warhol--and how his pop art took the world by storm. From drawing shoes for a shoe company to his Campbell's Soup cans and Marilyn Monroe prints, Andy made art out of the everyday. People claimed Andy's art wasn't real art, but...

A lyrical picture book biography of Janet Collins, the first African American principal dancer at the Metropolitan Opera House. Janet Collins wanted to be a ballerina in the 1930s and 40s, a time when racial segregation was widespread in the United...

Edward Hopper's monster lurks outside the nighthawks' diner. James Whistler's monster rocks in her chair. Monsters invade masterpieces by Dorthea Tanning, Paul Cezanne, M.C. Escher, Jean Michel Basquiat, Giuseppe Archimboldo, Rene Magritte, Henri...

Edward Hopper's monster lurks outside the nighthawks' diner. James Whistler's monster rocks in her chair. Monsters invade masterpieces by Dorthea Tanning, Paul Cezanne, M.C. Escher, Jean Michel Basquiat, Giuseppe Archimboldo, Rene Magritte, Henri...

A search for one's place in the world provides the storyline: The narrator, a drum, feels like an outcast because he alone--unlike his family and friends--cannot play a melody. Like all kids growing up, he must find out where he fits.The narrator, a...

Zoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this memorable picture book debut about the creative process, and the way in which "mistakes" can blossom into inspirationOne eye was bigger than the other. That was a mistake. The weird frog-cat-cow thing? It made an...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world's best-loved songs. At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland...

Caribbean soca artist, Nailah Blackman, invites you to shimmy, fête, and spread the joy of Carnival with Lah Lah and her grandfather in this vibrant and heartwarming story set in Trinidad & Tobago! Perfect baby shower or birthday gift for soca fans! Come...

Caribbean soca artist, Nailah Blackman, invites you to shimmy, fête, and spread the joy of Carnival with Lah Lah and her grandfather in this vibrant and heartwarming story set in Trinidad & Tobago! Perfect baby shower or birthday gift for soca fans! Come...

Instant New York Times bestselling series opener inspired by prima ballerina and author Misty Copeland's own early experiences in ballet. From prima ballerina and New York Times bestselling author Misty Copeland comes the story of a young Misty, who...

A charming and funny picture book featuring the harmonious friendship between Clarinet and Trumpet. But what happens when their friendship falls flat? Featuring a music-making shaker built into the book! Perfect for fans of Stick & Stone and Spoon. ...

"Irrepressible. Joyful. Vibrant and full of oomph!" --Andrea Beaty, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Rosie Revere, Engineer"A stunning, energetic story full of clever humor, heart, and a reminder that art has no boundaries." --Ruth Chan,...

A picture book for magical yet imperfect children everywhere, written by debut author Ashley Franklin and perfect for fans of such titles as Matthew A. Cherry's Hair Love, Grace Byers's I Am Enough, and Lupita Nyong'o's Sulwe.Tameika is a girl who...

Daria Peoples-Riley's debut picture book is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and dance. Fans of Misty Copeland's Firebird and Matt de la Peña's Last Stop on Market Street will want to read it over and over again.When a young dancer is...

American William "Count" Basie was a wildly popular composer, pianist, and bandleader for decades, and his work is still celebrated today. American guitarist and singer B. B. King helped develop the blues as a popular musical artform, inspiring musicians...

American composer and pianists Charles Ives was renowned during his life for his musical innovations. Egyptian singer Umm Kulthūm mesmerized audiences with her voice for half a century, and she is still celebrated in the Arab world to this day...

American composer and pianists Charles Ives was renowned during his life for his musical innovations. Egyptian singer Umm Kulthūm mesmerized audiences with her voice for half a century, and she is still celebrated in the Arab world to this day...

During his life, Hungarian composer and pianist Franz Liszt was celebrated for his unique style and solo piano pieces--his work is still celebrated today! Austrian American composer Arnold Schoenberg ushered in a new era of composition by introducing the...

During his life, Hungarian composer and pianist Franz Liszt was celebrated for his unique style and solo piano pieces--his work is still celebrated today! Austrian American composer Arnold Schoenberg ushered in a new era of composition by introducing the...

Guido d'Arezzo was a medieval music theorist who set the stage for modern Western musical notation. The Polish French composer and pianist Frédéric Chopin was, and still is, wildly popular for his concertos and original playing style. These are just two...

Guido d'Arezzo was a medieval music theorist who set the stage for modern Western musical notation. The Polish French composer and pianist Frédéric Chopin was, and still is, wildly popular for his concertos and original playing style. These are just two...

Taylor Swift is a music star. As a child, Taylor knew she loved to sing. From her family's Christmas tree farm to her first Grammy award at age 20, this young star has accomplished a lot. And it was just the start! In 2018, Taylor decided to use her...

Country singer, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is a cultural icon. Coming from a large family without much money, music was her way to become a star. From moving to Nashville right out of high school, to receiving a Lifetime...

"Perfect for storytimes and music classes for the very young."--School Library Journal When a little red-haired girl named Mary gets the words to Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star and Mary Had a Little Lamb mixed up, Star loves being Mary's new beloved pet...

"Expect construction-loving kids to be dancing to this funkytown night fever hustle" -- Kirkus Reviews Dump Truck Daisy and her construction vehicle crew are on a secret nighttime mission -- build a playground before sunrise! Set to a catchy, disco...

From award-winning author Matthew Burgess and debut illustrator Sirin Thada, a picture book biography of music icon Prince, from childhood to superstardom, that crackles with electricity and soul Prince is remembered as one of the greatest musicians...

From her hit songs and her makeup line to her role on Only Murders in the Building, Selena Gomez is known for being a talented singer, actress, and businesswoman. However, she's much more than just those things. She's doing her part to raise awareness...

From her hit songs and her makeup line to her role on Only Murders in the Building, Selena Gomez is known for being a talented singer, actress, and businesswoman. However, she's much more than just those things. She's doing her part to raise awareness...

A young girl, who is visually impaired, finds much to celebrate as she explores the city she loves. A young girl and her father spend a day in the city, her city, traveling to the places they go together: the playground, the community garden, the...

Have you ever wondered how bridges don't fall down or how really old buildings stay standing up?In the How Do series, readers are welcome to guess along with the rest of us--and then explore the science behind the right answers. Basic principles of...

Have you ever wondered how bridges don't fall down or how really old buildings stay standing up?In the How Do series, readers are welcome to guess along with the rest of us--and then explore the science behind the right answers. Basic principles of...

Hideout is a dreamlike, lyrical picture book with shades of Where the Wild Things Are that illustrates the power of imagination to transport us to new worlds from author Susanna Mattiangeli and illustrator Felicita Sala. A Junior Library Guild Selection...

Meet the young rockstar, Olivia Rodrigo. This title follows Olivia's journey from Disney Channel star to Grammy Award Winning artist. Her transformation into a world renowned singer/songwriter and young activist are presented with easy-to-understand text...

Meet the global superstar, Jung Kook. This title will introduce Jung Kook and the boy band that he grew up in, BTS. Young readers can follow along as BTS takes over the world with their music and fans. Jung Kook's transformation from a young teen...

Meet the music and movie superstar Harry Styles. This title follows Harry's journey from music competition show contestant to Grammy Award winner. Starting out as a teenage popstar and transforming into a widely respected name in the music and movie...