Description
There's a song hidden deep in the forest
If you listen, and quiet your mind…
A gentle verse story from author and music educator Jennifer Britton (If You Could Be Anything) paired with bold, colourful, and textured mixed-media illustrations from artist Jillian Thalman, There's a Song in the Forest takes young readers on an adventure to experience the soundscape of the natural world. Along the way, readers will be introduced to a range of notes, sounds, and melodies, from "the swishing and rustle of footsteps / through the leaves" to the "snapping of twigs like a metronome" to "the boom, crash, and thrum of the waves as they drum / upon rocky sea caves out of reach."
A lively read-aloud, a celebration of the wild world, and a mindful meditation on the art of active listening, There's a Song in the Forest celebrates the music that can be found all around us.
Informative, illustrated backmatter also introduces young readers to musical terms featured in the text, like "orchestra," "metronome," and "symphony."
Author Bio
Review Quotes
From the very first cinnamon roll, Mary Janet MacDonald had us hooked — not just on her recipes, but on her heart. I've been a fan ever since (my mom still meticulously follows that original recipe!), and I adore the way Tunes and Wooden Spoons brings people together through food, music, and love for the East Coast. Come In, the Kettle's On! is more than just great recipes — it's a celebration of kindness, sharing, and special memories. Thanks to Mary Janet and Margie, those moments will now be shared for generations to come. Mary Janet MacDonald, you are a true Maritime gem, I just LOVE you!
Mary Janet is a household name for us, but her "star power" is hard-earned. You don't get a reputation as a good cook in Cape Breton without delivering the real goods (or in this case, goodies)!
Biographical note
Jillian (Ailsa) Thalman is an award-winning designer and illustrator, inspired by book ornamentation, folk art, mid-century illustrators, and iconography. Her scope includes children's illustration, editorial work, cover design, and brand creation. She loves to explore nature, magic, and symbolism in her work. Jillian works in collage, watercolour, pencil crayon, and digitally, while playing with texture and design. She lives in Scarborough, Ontario, with her husband, their two kids, and a bunch of pesky squirrels.
Biographical note
Jennifer Britton is a Halifax-based author, teacher, and musician. Originally from Ottawa, Ontario, she has always felt called to the east coast and has lived in both New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Forever a teacher, Jennifer's writing engages young readers by inspiring them to think critically and creatively about the world and their place within it. Jennifer currently resides in Hubley, Nova Scotia, with her husband and three children.
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