"Explore the workings of a grand piano through the eyes of a young musician as she prepares for and performs her first recital to a crowd of friendly faces. Using lyrical text and a cumulative structure to introduce the instrument, curious readers will easily develop an appreciation for its beauty and design. But be sure to stick around for the performance, where the music will swell - ripple - flow - up to the very end of the show." --publisher's...

Gilda Joyce's best friend Wendy Choy qualifies to compete in an international piano competition in Oxford, England, and Gilda is determined to go as well--as a page turner.

Written in sparse first-person, free-verse poems, is the compelling tale of Billie Jo's struggle to survive during the dust bowl years of the Depression. With stoic courage, she learns to cope with the loss of her mother and her grieving father's slow deterioration. There is hope at the end when Billie Jo's badly burned hands are healed, and she is able to play her beloved piano again.

The kids have to perform in the talent show just because mean Mrs. Green says so! Everyone will have to show a talent for exactly one minute -- in front of the whole school and their parents! Starring in the talent show from the Black Lagoon would give any kid stage fright - but with a little luck this performance might just turn out to be fun!

Eight-year-old Aven Green is despondent when she does not master the piano in one day, but with new inspiration from guitarist Mr. Tom, who is armless like her, along with a special gift from her great-grandma, Aven learns she does not need to be perfect to perform.

Hugo the dog becomes the star of an all-animal band after learning to play his best friend Hector's fiddle, and despite Hector's jealousy, remains grateful to the man who gave him his start.

"Follow along as Rya prepares for her first piano recital and faces her fears of performing in front of an audience. Illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience about a new situation. Includes quiz, picture glossary, and reading tips for teachers and parents"--

Contains six Chiptastic episodes: Dave's Getting Married (Dave finds the girl of his dreams); Every Chipmunk Tells a Story (The Chipmunks get into trouble with a piano and pudding mix); Romancing Ms. Stone (Alvin has a crush on his teacher who has a crush on Dave); Maids in Japan (The Chipmunks perform as geisha girls); Incredible Shrinking Dave (Dave accidentally drinks Simon's new shrinking potion); and Mother's Day (each Chipmunk finds their perfect...