Books About Singing · 176 titles considered

The Best Singing Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2003

For Freedom

By Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

A young opera singer becomes a daring spy in Nazi-occupied France.

192 pages· 36,087 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 2,179 ratings

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Summary: In 1940 Cherbourg, Suzanne's life is upended by war. As German forces seize her home, she clings to her passion for singing. But when her talent leads her into the world of espionage, Suzanne becomes a secret courier for the French Resistance. With each mission, she risks everything for freedom. Can she outsmart the enemy and survive the perilous path of a spy?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

Becoming Billie Holiday

By Carole Boston Weatherford, Floyd Cooper (Illustrator)

A young singer's voice rises above poverty and hardship to become legendary.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2009)

120 pages· 11,397 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 481 ratings

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Summary: Born into poverty, Eleanora's voice was her beacon. By fifteen, she was Billie Holiday, destined for greatness despite life's harsh trials. Her journey through pain and the law's shadow led her to the spotlight with the era's top big bands. Discover her fight for survival and the dream she pursued with unwavering passion through evocative poetry.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Hiding Out at the Pancake Palace

By Nan Marino

A young prodigy hides from fame, seeking solace and rediscovery in a remote pancake palace.

256 pages· 44,159 words· Est. 6 hour read

3.6 Goodreads · 619 ratings

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Summary: After freezing on live TV, musical prodigy Elvis Ruby escapes to Piney Pete's Pancake Palace in New Jersey. As he hides from the world, he meets Cecilia, a candid girl who challenges him to rediscover his passion for music. Can Elvis find his way back to the stage, or will he remain lost in anonymity? The stakes are high as he navigates friendship, identity, and the pressure of fame.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Splat the Cat Sings Flat

By Rob Scotton

A shy cat must sing in front of his parents on Parents' Night, despite his fear of being embarrassed.

32 pages· 530 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

3.8 Goodreads · 6,257 ratings

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Summary: Splat faces a daunting challenge: singing in front of an audience on Parents' Night. With stage fright gripping him, he must find the courage to perform. Will Splat overcome his fears and shine on stage, or will his nerves get the best of him? Discover the journey of bravery and self-discovery as Splat navigates this nerve-wracking experience.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2016

Song of the Poison Dragon

By Tracey West, Damien Jones (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Dragon Masters series

A young dragon master must learn to connect with her new dragon and save the kingdom's king from a deadly poison.

90 pages· 6,259 words· Est. 1 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,477 ratings

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Summary: Petra, the newest Dragon Master, struggles to connect with her four-headed dragon. When the king is poisoned, Petra must overcome her fears and work with her dragon to find a cure. Can she unite with her fellow Dragon Masters in time to save the kingdom, or will her doubts lead to disaster? Dive into a world of magic and mystery as Petra faces her greatest challenge yet.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

By Carole Boston Weatherford, Frank Morrison (Illustrator)

Discover Aretha Franklin's journey from church singer to civil rights icon.

Coretta Scott King Award (2021)

48 pages· 357 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

5.8/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,466 ratings

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Summary: Explore the life of Aretha Franklin, a musical prodigy from Detroit who became the Queen of Soul. Her powerful voice not only earned her Grammy Awards and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame spot but also became a beacon for civil rights. This vibrant picture book captures her inspiring story of talent and activism, inviting young readers to witness her legacy of music and justice.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006

Fairest

By Gail Carson Levine · Book #2 in the Ella Enchanted series

A girl with a magical voice faces palace intrigue and a queen's dangerous demand to save her kingdom.

334 pages· 58,029 words· Est. 8 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 69,741 ratings

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Summary: Aza, gifted with an extraordinary voice but lacking beauty, becomes lady-in-waiting to a new queen. When the queen demands a perilous favor, Aza is thrust into a web of palace intrigue involving a magic mirror, a charming prince, and a jealous queen. As an injured king's fate hangs in the balance, Aza must navigate this treacherous maze to protect herself and her kingdom. Can she uncover the truth and find her own strength amidst the shadows?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Ella Fitzgerald

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Bàrbara Alca (Illustrator) · Little People, BIG DREAMS series

Discover how a Harlem street singer became a jazz legend.

32 pages· 389 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 769 ratings

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Summary: Ella Fitzgerald's journey from Harlem's streets to global jazz stardom is a tale of dreams and determination. Winning a talent show at the Apollo Theater, she defied the odds with her groundbreaking voice. This biography, part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, captures her inspiring story, reminding us that it's not where you start, but where you aim to go. With vibrant illustrations and fascinating facts, young readers will explore how Ella's passion and perseverance changed the world of music. What dreams will you pursue?

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

Sad, the Dog

By Sandy Fussell, Tull Suwannakit (Illustrator)

A little dog nobody bothered to name is left behind when his family moves.

32 pages· 461 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

4.3 Goodreads · 299 ratings

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Summary: A clever little dog names himself Sad when his humans never give him a name. They feed him and wash him, but they don't appreciate his many gifts, like his love of singing. When they move away and leave him behind, Sad is heartbroken. Then a new family arrives, and a young boy might be just the right person to make a dog's life complete, with playtime, treats and a brand-new name.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2024

The Songbird and the Rambutan Tree

By Lucille Abendanon

A young girl must find her voice to survive a war-torn world.

307 pages· 83,446 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 289 ratings

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Summary: In 1942 Batavia, Emmy's angelic voice is silenced by tragedy. As war erupts, her chance to escape vanishes, leaving her trapped in a brutal camp. Separated from loved ones, Emmy must summon her inner strength to endure and rediscover her voice amidst chaos. Can she reclaim her freedom and find hope in the darkest times?

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