In the República Dominicana music grows in our blood right from the cradle, and dancing bleeds it out in bold colors, reds and purples, swirling everywhere. We wake up to merengue and go to sleep to sweet salsa. In between we sway and sigh to the melancholy sounds of countryside bachata.
The Color of My Words by Lynn Joseph
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Lou Montgomery has the voice of an angel, but she doesn’t wish for the fame and fortune that her mother dreams up as they travel place to place across the country in their pickup. Lou has never liked crowds or loud noises or even high fives; in fact, she’s terrified of them, which makes her pretty sure there’s something wrong with her.
After an accident brings child services into the situation, Lou is separated from her mom and sent to stay with family she’s never known. With help from an outgoing new friend, her kindly aunt and uncle, and the counselor of her fancy new private school, Lou begins to see her life, music, and opportunities a lot differently.
Discover more Middle Grade books about music during the month of January!
Can you spot a book with music notes on the cover? Add to our collection in the comments.
Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about MUSIC. If you’re seeking stories with rhythm, CJ and Elza have gathered 20 Middle Grade books that feature band campers, bardic inspiration, strumming, swinging, and plenty a catchy tune!
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Aven Green is excited to wow her class with musical mastery at the talent show. She just needs to choose an instrument to learn in time. Finding her rhythm is a little more challenging than Aven anticipated, but with some inspiration and a little help from her family, Aven is determined to rock the third grade.
It was all so clever. Bach was a musical genius, but he didn’t stop with beautiful music. He had all these jokes and numerical riddles running in his notes—forward, backward, and upside down sometimes. Two of her favorite things in one package: math and music! Oh, how she loved Bach!
Giant Pumpkin Suite by Melanie Heuiser Hill
Discover more Middle Grade books about music during the month of January!
Can you spot a book with headphones on the cover? Add to our collection in the comments.
Looking for books that fit our monthly reading challenge this January? Try one of the favorites from our home shelf!
Matt and Eric are best friends, marching-band mates, comic book fanboys, and self-proclaimed dorks. When they learn Matt is moving away they plan an uncharacteristically rule-breaking adventure.
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