Let's Play an Instrument: A Music Book for Kids - by Rachelle Burk (Paperback)

About the Book

Rock out with this introduction to instruments-for kids 3 to 5 Get little ones excited about the power of music with a sweet story that explores different woodwind, string, brass, and percussion instruments. It's sure to get your child's head bopping and toes tapping. What sets this apart from other music books for children: How music is made-Explore all the sounds instruments can make, from the deep rumble of the bass to the jingle of the tambourine. It's ideal for story time-Make reading aloud a musical adventure with rhythmic language that kids will love and want to read again and again. Charming illustrations-Vibrant pictures convey the fun of playing music and are sure to delight kids and parents alike. Get young children jazzed about music with Let's Play an Instrument.

Book Synopsis

Introduce kids to music, instruments, and rhythm with this adorable picture book for ages 3 to 5

Get little toes tapping with this delightful music book for toddlers! On every page, simple language and big, beautiful illustrations teach little ones about woodwind, string, brass, and percussion instruments. They'll learn what each one is called, how it works, the sounds it makes, and why it helps make music so amazing!

How music is made--Explore all the sounds instruments can create, from the deep rumble of the bass to the jingle of the tambourine.

A magical, musical story time--Make reading aloud a musical adventure with rhythmic language that preschool and kindergarten kids will want to read again and again.

Instrumental illustrations--This book about music features colorful, full-page illustrations convey the fun of playing music and are sure to delight kids and parents alike.

Let little ones take their first steps in music with Let's Play an Instrument.

Review Quotes

"Rachelle Burk has written a must-read book for kids. They will be exposed to instruments at a young age." --Niyomi Guiro

"This lyrical trip into the world of musical instruments is a perfect introduction to the wonder and variety of making music. Colorful and lively illustrations, paired with onomatopoeia add excitement to each page as young children discover and explore the magical world of music." --Darlene Beck Jacobson, award-winning children's book author

"What a delightful introduction to musical instruments! This book should be in every elementary school music teacher's classroom. The message to the reader is encouragement to try various instruments, make some noise, and have fun." --Ann E. Tavino, MEd

About the Author

RACHELLE BURK is the author of fiction and nonfiction books for children, including The Story of Simone Biles and Stomp, Wiggle, Clap, and Tap: My First Book of Dance. Visit her at rachelleburk.com.

JUNISSA BIANDA is a children's book illustrator who holds a master's degree from the Academy of Art University. She has created work for Nickelodeon, Hallmark, Trader Joe's, and more.