Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2000
The Jazz Fly
By Matthew Gollub, Karen Hanke (Illustrator)
A jazz-speaking fly turns animal sounds into a musical masterpiece.
32 pages· 606 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Summary: A fly, lost and seeking directions, encounters a frog, a hog, a donkey, and a dog. Their replies, though confusing, inspire him to create a jazz sensation. As the fly transforms these animal sounds into a lively tune, Nancy the Gnat, Willie the Worm, and Sammy the Centipede join in, setting the insect dinner club abuzz with rhythm. Will the fly's musical ingenuity lead to a night to remember? Dive into a world where language and music collide, and discover the magic of jazz in the most unexpected places.









