In this momentous 50th book in the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elton John, the piano wizard who rocketed to stardom with his music.As a child, Elton started playing his grandmother's piano in Harrow, London. He could pick tunes out by ear and was soon attending lessons at the Royal Academy. After answering an advertisement in a newspaper, Elton teamed up with a lyric-writing buddy: Bernie Taupin. The rest was history.Elton's songwriting talent, musical skill and dazzling outfits have made him one of the all-time greats. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!  Read more

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Freddie Mercury, the trailblazing musician who rocked the world! Born on the tiny island on Zanzibar off the coast of modern-day Tanzania, young Farrokh dreamt of having a fabulous life. When his parents sent him to boarding school in India, he discovered his true talent for singing, as well as a love of playing rock'n'roll songs on the piano. After school, Farrokh knew he wanted to be a musician. After moving to London, he became the singer of a rock band called Queen... and the rest is history! Freddie became the biggest glam-rock star ever, touring the world and charming the world with his exuberant zest for life. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.Little People, BIG DREAMSis a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! Read more

From Elvis Presley to Beatlemania,and the Rolling Stones to David Bowie,rock has transformed through generations while ringing true with passionate sound.Rock along with the greats in this delightful baby book that introduces little ones to the rockers that started it all. Read more

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about one of the greatest bands of all time--The Beatles! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about The Beatles--four friends from Liverpool who became the best-selling music act of all time--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents who are fans of the Fab Four. Experience Beatlemania all over again when reading about the band--from their humble beginnings to their unforgettable arrival in the U.S. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Willie Nelson - Beyoncé - Dolly Parton - Taylor Swift - Tony Bennett Read more

Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Elvis Presley--legendary movie star and the King of Rock and Roll thanks to songs like "Blue Suede Shoes" and "Hound Dog"--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children and fans of any age. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: Dolly PartonTaylor SwiftThe BeatlesElton JohnWillie NelsonThe Bee Gees Read more

50 Amazing Images of Famous Singers, Rock Stars, and Legendary Music Artists for Children Aged 5-12High-quality original illustrations of famous pop stars and rock singers from past and present. The ideal colouring book for any boy or girl who loves music, rock stars and pop singers like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, Beyonce, Lizzo, Cardi B, The Weeknd, Shakira, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Whitney Houston, Stormzy, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, Aretha Franklin, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, Paul McCartney and many more!This colouring book contains 50 unique, full-page colouring pages of famous pop singers and rock legends.High-quality illustrations are suitable for children of all abilities.Multiple artists from pop artists to rock stars.The illustrations are all one-sided, which makes for easier colouring in and less bleed-through when using felt-tip pens.The colouring book is designed for all girls and teenagers aged 5 and up.It is the perfect gift or singing party favour for any girl or boy who loves pop stars and pop music.Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 inchesPages: 50 drawings. Read more

Learn the ABCs with nostalgic emo songs parents will swoon over and bright, playful illustrations kids will love!Emo ABCs will pull on the heartstrings of the early 2000s angsty-youths that now have kids of their own. Each page contains classic emo songs like “Welcome to the Black Parade” and “Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous".Children will love spotting the different animals, colors, everyday objects, and adventures the characters ensue.The ABCs aren’t just a phase!A is for All the Small ThingsB is for Bend and Not BreakC is for Chop Suey!D is for Dear Maria, Count Me In Read more

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history.From a young age, Prince was obsessed with music. Even though he couldn’t read it, his talent – whether on piano, drums, guitar or vocals – turned him into an icon. Combining funk, disco, soul and almost every other genre out there, his songs are some of the best-loved all around the world. Prince knew that he didn’t have to be like anyone else to be a star – and there was no one quite like Prince. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the music legend’s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!  Read more

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll.Elvis was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. When he sang in a school talent show, he realised that singing was all he wanted to do with his life.He had just finished high school when he plucked up the courage and walked through the doors of Sun Studios, ready to record his first song. After this came hit after hit, and he popularised a new genre of music that mixed all kinds of different styles. That genre was Rock 'n' Roll, and it would take the world by storm!All the great artists that came after him still look up to little Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, the unique and irreplaceable artist who changed the course of music history. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the music legend’s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!  Read more

Prepare to rock ‘n’ roll with your little one as they get introduced to 24 of the greatest bands of all time!Let’s face it, you and your kid are going to disagree about music at some point. Your favorite bands are dinosaurs, their favorite bands are TikTokers. Despite that universal truth, there are other truths that must be recognized: Grass is green; Pasta should be cooked al dente for maximum enjoyment; rock n’ roll will never die. “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” comes on the radio, and it simply can’t be denied. But why wait for your child to develop their own taste in music to introduce them to the greatest rock bands of all time? Take advantage of that precious infant downtime and introduce them to Bowie, The Beatles, and Bob Dylan with Rock 'N' Roll - Baby Biographies.Between the covers of this charming, colorful board book are fun facts and the hit songs of our most important bands—from Queen to Jimi Hendrix to Patti Smith!Also included are:Bob Dylan going electricThe Beach Boys picking up good vibrationsMoving like Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones Before long, Rock 'N' Roll - Baby Biographies will have you and your child arguing over whether The Rolling Stones or The Beatles is the best band of all time, but you’ll both know that Led Zeppelin is the real #1. Read more

Put on your dancing shoes and move to the music.Rock and roll sprang from a combination of African-American genres, Western swing, and country music that exploded in post World War II America. Jim O'Connor explains what constitutes rock music, follows its history and sub-genres through famous musicians and groups, and shows how rock became so much more than just a style of music influencing fashion, language, and lifestyle.This entry in the New York Times best-selling series contains eighty illustrations and sixteen pages of black and white photographs. Read more

The Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids Book with Online Video & Audio Access by Jay Wamsted was designed to help the absolute beginning student learn to play the guitar. 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 start by playing beginner chord shapes (G, C, G7, D) 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 guitar. This course will help the young beginner avoid getting frustrated and quitting the instrument.The next section of the book teaches the same songs but with full chord shapes. This can be used for either a beginner with larger hands or for a student who is now ready to expand their playing. This course 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 guitar, 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 Read more

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR BIG MUSIC FANS AND LITTLE PUNKS.What are the greatest rock songs of all time? Who are the most famous musical legends? How can you become a rock star? From the rip-roaring rock and roll rhythms of the 1950s to the psychedelic anthems of the 21st century, discover the music that has moved our feet, touched our souls and mended broken hearts. Explore musical icons, their incredible stories, their chart-topping hits and the artistic movements influenced by the creative explosion of rock.Whether you're bonkers for Bowie, obsessed with Otis, mad about Mumford & Sons, passionate about Patti or crazy about Kurt, this is the perfect book for big fans, little punks and anyone who wants to learn what it really takes to be a rock star. Read more

A 2019 Music Book of the Year, THE TIMESOut of print for several years, a comprehensive volume of Lou Reed's lyrics with brand new introductions, now updated in a new text design to include the lyrics from his final album with Metallica, Lulu.Through his many incarnations-from proto punk to glam rocker to elder statesman of the avant garde Lou Reed's work has maintained an undeniable vividness and raw beauty, fueled by precise character studies and rendered with an admirable shot of moral ambiguity. Beginning with his formative days in the Velvet Underground and continuing through his remarkable solo albums like Transformer,Berlin, and New York, Doin' The Things We Want To is crucial to an appreciation of Lou Reed, not only as a consummate underground musician, but as one of the truly significant visionary lyricists of the rock n' roll era.Containing a body of work that spans more than six decades, this is a monument to the literary qualities of an American original. Read more

Australia's ultimate rock band, AC/DC have been powering their way to success for over 40 years. Discover the tumultuous early days, including the death of lead singer Bon Scott and the introduction of Brian Johnson, and follow the story as they record two of rock's most iconic albums; Highway to Hell and Back in Black. Packed with exclusive interviews and amazing images from their incredible career, this is a book no AC/DC fan can be without! Read more

Do you tap your feet to every song? Does the beat of the drums make your heart race? Then get ready to rock with Learning Drums for Beginner Kids!This exciting book is your first step on the path to drumming greatness. We'll break down the different parts of a drum set, turning them from mysterious objects into your tools for creating powerful music.Here's what makes Learning Drums for Beginner Kids awesome:- Fun and Easy Lessons: No complicated music theory here! We'll use clear instructions and colorful pictures to make learning a blast.- Step-by-Step Guide: Learn proper drumming technique at your own pace, mastering the basics before moving on to cooler beats.- Become a Drumming Machine: Transform your hands into drumming powerhouses, learning how to hold sticks and control your rhythm.- Rock Your Favorite Songs: Simple yet awesome grooves will have you jamming along to your favorite tunes in no time!Learning Drums for Beginner Kids is more than just a book, it's an invitation to a world of creativity, expression, and pure drumming fun! So grab your sticks, turn up the volume, and let's get ready to make some noise! Read more

Unleash Your Creativity With or Without a Drum Set!*Now with 23 NEW Exercises!*Music can be easy, engaging and FUN! Learn to read rhythm, play essential rudiments, familiar children’s songs, classic rock grooves, exciting drum fills and even drum solos in this colorful drumming book!Overflowing with pictures and diagrams, this step-by-step method is designed to keep the student's attention, encourage musicality and produce results. Perfect for beginners of all ages, it’s also a great tool for parents to teach their kids.The Fun Drum Book for Kids offers many creative alternatives for introducing your child to rhythm and music even if they don't have drums.Based on more than 20 years of teaching experience, this unique approach provideshours of focused practice and play for anyone interested in the wide world of drumming. Bring the JOY of drumming into your home for a fraction of the price of just one drum lesson! Read more

Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was...? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own--and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll. Geoff Edgers's fascinating biography of this icon of American pop culture includes black and- white illustrations on nearly every spread. Read more

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about music icon and "Rocket Man," Elton John. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!This Little Golden Book about Elton John--the Grammy-award winning singer, pianist, and composer known for hits including "Your Song" and "Benny and the Jets"--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children as well as their parents and grandparents who are Elton fans. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Willie Nelson - Beyoncé - Dolly Parton - Taylor Swift - Tony Bennett Read more

How does a little boy from the London suburbs named Reginald Kenneth Dwight grow up to become one of the biggest pop stars of all time? A lot of talent and a lot of personality! Elton John, as he would later call himself, started playing piano at the age of three. Although he was trained to play classical music, Elton's real love was rock and roll. He cut his first album in 1969 and has dominated the airwaves ever since with songs like "Your Song," "Crocodile Rock" and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight." Known for his outlandish stage costumes and giant glasses, Elton John continues to write songs for Broadway musicals, Hollywood soundtracks, and Top-40 hits. Read more