Broadway Baby: Do Re Mi, by Rodgers & Hammerstein, illustrated by Miriam Bos

The Sound of Music is one of the most beloved musicals and movies of all time.  You probably know most of the words to "Do Re Mi."  Those who love the musical and the song will enjoy passing it along to their children in this new children's book illustrated by Miriam Bos.  Broadway Baby: Do Re Mi puts the lyrics of the wonderful song into storybook form, with colorful pictures.

Even without the context of the musical, it's a wonderful, happy book.  The natural teaching opportunity for music teachers is great, too, as the book can be paired with a recording of the song or singing by a teacher.  The pictures themselves don't recall the movie, really.  The kids aren't so much Von Trapp as they are a multi-cultural "It's a small world after all" group.  (I don't mean that as a criticism, but as an observation.)  This is such a fun way to introduce children to a classic movie.  I defy you to read it to your kids without singing along!


Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the complimentary electronic review copy!