Summer 2025 | Libraries Rock! (Kids)

Combines playful text with inventive artwork to encourage readers to celebrate the magic of discovering their very own song in the world around them and singing it.

When Pokko plays her drum in the forest she suddenly finds herself surrounded by an entire band of animal musicians.

"What happens when musical instruments can't make the sounds we expect them to make? Is music still possible? The schools of Philadelphia were filling up with broken violins, drums, pianos, and more, making it difficult for students to learn to play. This sparked an idea for a symphony, played entirely with the broken instruments, that would raise funds to repair the instruments themselves. Musicians young and old volunteered, and their captivating...

After a tragedy a young boy discovers a connection between music and colors that helps guide him and gives him comfort in times of darkness.

"La Música exists in many places--in the twang of a guitar, in the beat of a drum, even in the whistling wind and the morning bird's son. She brings color and life wherever she goes, connecting people to a grand harmony. And in the town of Santa Cecilia, she is everywhere. When La Música discovers a boy with longing in his heart and no music in his home, she vows to help him find his passion."--Dust jacket.

Adela loves everything about her family's mariachi band, and wants to be in it--but when she tries the different instruments nothing seems right, so she has to find a different way to become part of the band. Includes notes on mariachi music and bands.

A picture-book introduction to the gospel singer's life and career.

"Young Beyoncé Knowles was a shy girl who dreamed of being a star. With bravery and determination, she has elevated herself from dance student to international icon. Now she has inspired millions through the power of her voice. Discover how Beyoncé earned her halo and became a performer, CEO and international superstar in this true story of her life. Then learn 10 key lessons from her work you can apply to your own life." -- From publisher's description....

"With lyrical rhythms and vibrant art, this book beautifully illustrates that hip-hop is a language spoken the whole world 'round. Kids will love learning about how rap has evolved over the years to the music we know today!"-- Page [4] of cover.

"A mysterious jukebox, old vinyl records, and cryptic notes on music history, are Shaheen's only clues to her father's abrupt disappearance. She looks to her cousin, Tannaz, who seems just as perplexed, before they both turn to the jukebox which starts ... glowing? Suddenly, the girls are pulled from their era and transported to another time! Keyed to the music on the record, the jukebox sends them through decade after decade of music history, from...