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Sing is one of the 5 Early Literacy Tips parents can do everyday to help their child develop the skills necessary for optimal early child development. These books are all illustrated versions of songs. You can't help but sing along as you look through them. Check one out today!

Yankee Doodle
Written by Edward Bangs
Illustrated by Steven Kellogg

An illustrated version of the well-known song of the American Revolution.

Let it Shine
Illustrated by Ashley Bryan
Illustrated versions of three well-known hymns. This little light of mine. When the saints go marching in. He's got the whole world in his hands.

Forever Young
Written by Bob Dylan
Illustrated by Paul Rogers

Bob Dylan's classic 1974 anthem Forever Young is reimagined by award-willing illustrator Rogers. In this picture book, the lyrics follow the story of a young boy who travels through Dylan's life, living in the footsteps of the musical legend.

Sing, Don't Cry
Presents a loving Abuelo who brings his guitar and memories on visits spent singing with his grandchildren in the face of good and bad times.

Happy!
By Pharrell Williams
Photography by Amanda Pratt

Grammy Award winner Pharrell Williams brings his beloved hit song to the youngest of readers in a blend of illustrations and photos of children celebrating what it means to be happy.

What a Wonderful World
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Illustrations and lyrics introduce a song, first recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, which celebrates the wonders of nature, loving friends, and the promise of the future in a baby's cry.
Goodnight, My Angel

Like a Bird: The Art of the American Slave Song
Written by Cynthia Grady
Enslaved African Americans longed for freedom, and that longing took many forms including music. Drawing on biblical imagery, slave songs both expressed the sorrow of life in bondage and offered a rallying cry for the spirit. Like a Bird brings together text, music, and illustrations by Coretta Scott King Award-winning illustrator Michele Wood to convey the rich meaning behind thirteen of these powerful songs.

Sing
Written by Joe Raposo
Illustrated by Lichtenheld
An illustrated presentation of the classic Sesame Street song about self-expression and the celebration of music.

Through Heaven's Eyes
Written by Steven Swartz
Adapted by Nancy Shayne

Song lyrics and narrative text present the life of the man who was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.

Salam Alaikum
Written by J Harris
Illustrated by Ward Jenkins

An illustrated song celebrating life and encouraging readers to spread peace on earth. Salam Alaikum or Assalamu Alaikum, means "Peace be upon you." It is the greeting that Muslims around the world use to say "hello" and "good-bye." International music sensation Harris J has taken that greeting and created a call to action. Using the lyrics to the hit song of the same name, and accompanied by heartwarming illustrations that depict the power of paying it forward, this sweet and charming picture book celebrates kindness and community.

Love Me Tender
Written by Elvis Presley and Vera Matson
Illustrated by Tom Browning

A father and daughter share their special bond through Elvis Presley's timeless lyrics.

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