Before John Was a Jazz Giant : A Song of John Coltrane (Edition 1) (Hardcover)

from vicmelen

The book has repetition in it that is good for children that are just learning to read. The author sub line message is the importance of listening. The book can also be used for any elementary level. The words chosen are not difficult and easy to comprehend.

from JodiEasley

This a book describing the childhood of the Jazz Musician John Coltrane. Along with unique and beautiful artwork, this story has a very familiar repeating pattern that kids will enjoy. It talks of the familiar sounds John heard every day in his home and environment and how he associated that into...

from jaimie919

When John was younger he would listen to music from different instruments. He was surrounded by music and enjoyed every bit of it. One day he picked up a horn and began playing. Despite being made fun of he did what he loved and that was music. This is great to show children to show them what inf...

from abarajas09

Genre: Biography Review: this is a good example of a Biography because it is descriptive with both words and illustrations. Media: Acrylic, collage, pencil

from saraluisa

The words and pictures of this book harmoniously produce an array of sounds for the reader to experience. The book ends with a reminder that John Coltrane was a listener before he was a creator. I take this as a message to be just as aware as little John was, for in our busy world we often forget...