The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Violin

By Thornton Cline

Book Overview

(Fiddle). Young Austin begs his parents to play violin. But Austin doesn't make time to practice until one night he is visited by the violin fairy who warns him that if he doesn't practice his violin, it will shrink. Austin's classmates are amazed at what happens next Austin discovers that if he wants to sound good, he must practice. This heartwarming story teaches the benefits of hard work and attaining one's goals. Austin's dream of becoming a big violin star is starting to come true. The book's whimsical illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Susan Oliver add to the charm and merriment of the story. The book includes a CD of 10 easy original songs for violin or voice (with lyrics sung by a children's choir) and narrations of the story. (Recommended for ages 4-8)

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1574243136
• ISBN13: 9781574243130
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Centerstream Publications
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 10.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7