Song in the City

Written by Daniel Bernstrom · Illustrated by Jenin Mohammed

A blind girl and her grandmother discover the city's hidden music together.

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40 pages· AD520L

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Bookroo's summary

In a bustling city, a blind girl shares her unique perspective with her grandmother, revealing the hidden symphony of urban life. As they listen, the city’s melodies transform their bond, bridging generations through shared music and joy. Can the vibrant sounds of the streets rival the beauty of Sunday hymns? Join their journey of love and understanding as they explore the harmonious world around them, discovering that music is everywhere if you just listen.

From the publisher

From Daniel Bernstrom, the acclaimed author of One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree, comes a charming and irresistibly fun picture book about a young blind girl and her grandmother who experience the vibrant everyday music of their busy city.A young girl, filled with the sounds of her beloved city, shares a song with her grandmother that changes the two forever. After helping Grandma realize that the city makes music as beautiful as the sounds they hear in church on Sunday morning, the two sit down and take in all the sounds of the city…together.Song in the City bridges the gap between generations of music and family, while centering love, understanding, and joy.

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