Note: The list of resources in this section provides an update to Arts Education: A Bibliography for the Elementary Level (1991).

 A Is for Artist: A Getty Museum Alphabet (Print-Non-Fiction). Getty Trust Publications (GTP), 1997. unp. ISBN 0-89236-377-0 ($16.95 U.S. hdc.).

Details from paintings in the Getty Museum of Art are used in a delightful way to help children learn the alphabet. The letters of the alphabet are linked to art works that are identified on each page. The entire paintings are shown in a gallery of works at the end of the book. The cultural and historical value of art shines through in this beautiful book.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Visual Art

Adventures in Art Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Davis Publications, Inc. (LRDC/FHW), 1998. Order numbers follow.

Recommended components in this series include:

This multi-level sequential program combines studio activities, perceptual awareness, art appreciation and art history. Levels 1 and 2 include big books suitable for entire class viewing, a smaller format student text and a teacher's edition. Levels 3, 4 and 5 include student texts, teacher editions and a choice of visual support components.

The student books for all grades are thematically organized into four units. The texts are supported with questions for discussion, art vocabulary and suggestions for addressing multiculturalism.

Large colour reproductions are available, along with teacher guides containing information to help the teacher and the student view and respond to each work of art.

Other visual support components for enrichment and extension include overhead transparencies and slide sets.

The teacher editions provide lesson plans, teaching strategies, studio techniques and ideas for evaluation and cross-cultural connections. Please note that each grade level includes a great deal of information. It would be possible to extend the teaching of the concepts introduced over two years.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Adventures in Music: Opera (Print-Non-Fiction). Bennett, Roy. Cambridge University Press (CUP), 1996. 48 p. ISBN 0-521-56935-4 ($17.00 U.S. pbk.). Audiocassette - ISBN 0-521-56944-3 ($52.50 U.S. cassette).

This book gives an introduction to opera complete with definitions and black-and-white photographs. It then goes on to give short descriptions of the plots of 12 famous operas, along with printed music excerpts. There are suggestions and exercises to assist the students in engaging in the listening process, as well as follow-up questions and activities. Please note that answers are not given for the follow-up questions. This well-written, easy-to-understand summary of operas provides an excellent introduction to opera.

An audiocassette that contains recorded examples of the excerpts used in the book is available.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Music; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

Art (Print-Non-Fiction). Grimshaw, Caroline. (Connections Series). World Book, Inc. (LRDC), 1996. 31 p. Order no. 9913 ($6.95 pbk.).

This resource is part of the Connections Series. Information is presented in a question-and-answer format that is appealing and creative. In the first section, students are encouraged to discover what art is, who makes it and why the world needs it. The second section includes information about how art is made and why it looks like it does. The third section develops an understanding of how artists and their work affect and reflect the world. The book may be read from start to finish, or in sections following the paths suggested by special "Connect!" boxes. The book presents a great deal of information packaged in small bite-sized clips, and would be most useful for students wanting to do quick research on the historical and cultural components of art. A comprehensive index is included.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Visual Art; Student/Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Art Connections Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Ragans, Rosalind, et al. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (LRDC), 1998. pgn. varies. Order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include:

Art Connections is a comprehensive easy-to-manage program that invites students to explore both the visual and performing arts. Lessons include art history and culture, aesthetic perception, art production and art criticism. They feature exemplary historical and contemporary art, student art work, hands-on activities and artist profiles. The lessons incorporate visual art into the study of music, dance and drama and indicate career connections to help students discover how art impacts careers. Each grade features a student edition, a teacher edition and several lesson enrichment resources.

The student editions are clearly written and contain large, colourful images that encourage students to experience art on a personal basis and to create, compare and contrast works of art.

Big book versions of the student books for Grades 1 and 2 provide a large-group alternative to individual student books.

The overhead transparency study prints for Grades 1-5 contain 36 transparencies of visual art, one for each lesson in the guide, and are designed to enhance large group art experiences and provide opportunities for discussion and comparison.

The teacher editions feature self-contained lessons that allow for the presentation of topics in any order to suit individual teaching styles. A multiple intelligences section identifies the primary ways of learning in each lesson and an art background section provides the pronunciation of artist. s names plus other necessary details to make teaching more enriching and meaningful. Cross-curricular connections are evident throughout.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance; Drama; Visual Art

A Boy Named Giotto (Print-Fiction). Guarnieri, Paolo and Landmann, Bimba, illus. Farrar, Straus & Giroux, Inc. (GWD), 1999. unp. ISBN 0-374-30931-0 ($27.95 hdc.).

Centuries ago, a shepherd boy drew pictures of his sheep in the sand and on stones while he was watching over them. Today, everyone knows him as Giotto, the pre-Renaissance master whose magnificent frescoes illuminate the church of Saint Francis in Assisi and Scrovegni Chapel in Padua. This picture book tells the story of how young Giotto might have met his teacher Cimabue, and Giotto. s subsequent rise to fame. The paintings throughout the book exude the pre-Renaissance spirit. This book makes a major contribution to any study of western art for young people of all ages.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Canada Is& Music: 5-6. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Harrison, John, et al. Gordon V. Thompson Music (LRDC), 1995. 287 p. Order no. 9864 ($27.95 hdc.). Teacher's Guidebook - Order no. 9865 ($20.95 coil-bound). Set of 9 Compact Discs - Order no. 9866 ($119.70 set).

(CAN) Canada Is& Music is designed specifically for teachers in Canada. It consists of a student textbook, a teacher. s guidebook and a set of CDs. This resource contains over 150 songs to enjoy and to help teach the elements of music. The units of study integrate music with other areas of the curriculum through various techniques including poetry, drama activities, movement suggestions and recipes. The new Grades 5-6 program is divided into units that include "Making Musical Instruments," "Medieval Studies" and "Exploring Themes and Variations." The program provides a comprehensive study of the orchestra and its instruments with specific listening selections.

The recordings on the CDs include all the songs with separate accompaniment tracks.

The teacher. s guide has step-by-step lesson plans and strategies including assessment ideas.

The listening materials and activities in this resource will help take children beyond the classroom to the world of music. New editions of other grades in this series are still in the pre-publication stage.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Music

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

The Clay Ladies (Print-Fiction). Bedard, Michael and Tait, Les, illus. Tundra Books Inc. (CDS), 1999. unp. ISBN 0-88776-385-5 ($19.95 hdc.).

(CAN) This long, picture-book story is based on the lives of two famous sculptors, Frances Loring and Florence Wyle, who worked and lived together in an old Toronto church from 1920 to 1960. The story is told through the eyes of a small girl who first came to the Clay Ladies for help in tending a wounded bird. She returned again and again to receive care for her bird and also to watch the sculptors work with clay. Inspired by their creativity, she grew up to be a sculptor too. In glowing detail, the full-page illustrations capture the beauty of the wonder of making art. This book could be used as a read-aloud for an introduction to working with clay.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Dance Lexie Dance (Video). Cinema Guild (CIG), 1996. 15 min. No order number is required. ($59.95 U.S.).

This short film is set in Ireland. A young girl who is still grieving the death of her mother has dreams of becoming a River Dancer. Her father helps her capture her dream, and in the process they come to accept the recent death in their family, and grow closer as a father and daughter. This is a touching, realistic film. It does not include a great deal of dancing, but addresses the reality of the hard work necessary to make a dream come true.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Dancing (Video). (Silver Burdett Ginn Music Magic Video Library Series). Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 1991. 15 min. ISBN 0-382-26714-1 ($52.95).

Various dances from Africa, Spain, Cambodia, Poland, Hawaii and Alaska are featured in this video. The importance of the oral tradition in preserving dances and the role dance plays in preserving traditions in culture are emphasized.

The teacher. s guide provides excellent background information and includes vocabulary words.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

Discovering Great Artists: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters (Print-Non-Fiction). Kohl, MaryAnn F. and Solga, Kim. (Bright Ideas for Learning Series). Bright Ring Publishing (MON), 1996. 141 p. ISBN 0-935607-09-9 ($22.95 pbk.).

This book reveals many unique ideas that offer students hands-on activities to explore the styles and techniques of over 80 visual artists ranging from Giotto to Van Allsburg. The artists are introduced with a brief biography, discussion of their individual style, an art project, a list of needed materials and step-by-step directions. A photograph or drawing of a possible outcome is also included. Icons are used to indicate experience and preparation levels, art techniques and styles of art. A glossary of "Great Art Words" and indexes of materials, artist styles, techniques and activities make this a very user friendly resource.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

Dr. Seuss's My Many Colored Days (Video). (Notes Alive! Series). Minnesota Orchestra (MIO), 1999. 45 min. No order number is required. ($14.95 U.S.).

An original musical score follows the adventures of a child and a dog as they experience a range of feelings through colour and music. As the protagonists journey from "happy pink days" to "quiet green days," children will develop an understanding of how the arts enhance the expression of feelings. The music by the Minnesota Orchestra and the 3-D animation add to the beauty of this wonderful video.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music; Visual Art

Dreaming in Colour: A Music Listening Program (Audiocassette). MacGougan, Sharon. Briarwood Publishing Ltd. (BRW), 1995. ISBN 0-9695073-4-8 ($24.95 cassette).

(CAN) This valuable resource is designed to be a framework for any listening program. The package contains a music tape and teacher notes. The program could be used as an extension of a classical listening program or as a starting point for listening. It blends sound effects with contemporary musical styles.

The teacher notes describe how to set up a listening program in a classroom. This material includes descriptive information about the music as well as activities.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Music; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

Experiences in Movement: With Music, Activities, & Theory. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Pica, Rae. Delmar Publications (LRDC), 2000. 329 p. Order no. 9934 ($44.05 pbk.).

This comprehensive resource offers information on both the theory and practice of movement education for the pre-school and young school age child. It focuses on concept-based skill development. Several of the movement patterns are discussed and sample activities are included. The movement patterns and their variations will later be used in dance-making. Black-and-white photographs and diagrams enhance the text. Included are a table of contents, glossary and an index.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Dance; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Kindergarten; Physical Education: Elementary Level

Folk Dance (Video). (Silver Burdett Ginn Music Magic Video Library Series). Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 1995. 15 min. ISBN 0-382-26618-8 ($52.95).

Storyteller Synia, and Arpeggio the cat (a puppet) tell about the creation of folk dances. The background behind the tradition of folk dances is revealed, and dancing from Columbia, Turkey, the United States, Russia and Mexico is featured.

This excellent video is accompanied by a teacher. s guide with background information.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Dance

Foundations in Elementary Education: Music (Print-Non-Fiction). Carlton, Elizabeth B. and Weikart, Phyllis S. High-Scope Press (WINC), 1994. 340 p. ISBN 0-929816-60-9 ($66.45 coil-bound).

This resource enables teachers to use music and movement to enhance the active learning environment and to develop the musical intelligence of every learner. It includes music experiences that form the framework for active learning, helping to channel children. s natural abilities and interests. Numerous activities incorporate active learning opportunities. Piano accompaniment for many of the lessons and plans for ongoing assessment are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Music

Other Use: Kindergarten

The Frog Who Wanted to Be a Singer (Print-Fiction). Goss, Linda and Jabar, Cynthia, illus. Orchard Bks., Inc. (ORB), 1996. unp. ISBN 0-531-06895-1 ($16.95 U.S. hdc.).

A frustrated frog believes in his talent as a singer and pursues his goal despite many adversities. When he finally gets the chance to perform in the Big Time Weekly Concert, the other animals pelt him with fruit. Frog does not give up, however. He seizes the microphone and belts out in the style of what we now call boogie-woogie, "Dooba Dooba Dooba Dooba Dooba Dooba Dooba." The crowd goes wild, this time with delight. The endpapers include the music for Frog. s boogie-woogie style of blues, and backstage notes give a short history. This book provides many opportunities for interaction by students while they are listening, and will make a good read-aloud.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Music

Instruments in Music Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Thomas, Roger. Heinemann Educational Bks (SBC), 1998. 32 p. Order numbers follow. ($24.75 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include:

The series Instruments in Music looks at the musical instruments used in different types of music and provides interesting information about each one. Each book explains what the instruments are made of, how they are played, what kinds of sounds they make and how they are used in each type of music. These books may prove to be useful to introduce musical instruments and styles to children, but they would have to be supplemented with listening examples. The books do not have accompanying CDs. A glossary and index are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music

Japanese Origami: Paper Magic. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Stalcup, Ann. (Crafts of the World Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1999. 24 p. ISBN 0-8239-5333-5 ($22.50 hdc.).

The significance of origami in the Japanese culture is explored in this easily read picture book. The focus is not on the actual creation of origami, but it is on the historical and cultural aspect, including the use of origami decorations for festivals and celebrations. A glossary and an index are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Other Use: Social Studies: Elementary Level

The Jazz of Our Street. 1st ed. (Print-Fiction). Shaik, Fatima and Lewis, E. B., illus. Dial Bks. for Young Readers (CDS), 1998. unp. ISBN 0-8037-1885-3 ($22.99 pbk.).

This book is a celebration of the marching bands of New Orleans. The rhythm and feeling of individual people who play in the band and of those who listen and dance while they follow the musicians as they wind through the streets is depicted in poetic words and watercolour illustrations. An author. s note included at the end of the book gives the background about the "second liners" who have passed down their dance and call-and-response patterns through generations.

Suggested Use: Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music

Katie and the Mona Lisa (Print-Fiction). Mayhew, James. Orchard Bks., Inc. (LRDC), 1999. unp. Order no. 9919 ($27.90 hdc.).

This book introduces the paintings of the Renaissance in a delightful and unique manner. Katie is viewing The Mona Lisa and wondering what makes her smile, when The Mona Lisa comes alive and invites her inside the painting. Katie discovers that Mona Lisa is lonely, so hand in hand they stroll out of the canvas searching the museum for new friends. After the exciting diversion of visiting other famous paintings, Mona Lisa is able to smile again and returns to her own painting. The art work by Mayhew successfully reflects the Renaissance style.

Suggested Use: Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Kids, Music and Dance 2 Series (Video). Filmoption International (MGR), 1994. 26 min. Duplication order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include:

This series features eight children from around the world who are united by one thing: music. Their instruments are often unusual because they are rooted in the tradition of their country. The series is half-way between documentary and fiction. Each portrait is structured like a story. The still-living traditions, the instrument. s history and the secrets of how it is made are revealed to viewers, at the same time as each child. s unique story is told.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Music

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Social Studies: Elementary Level

The Magical Beginning (Print-Non-Fiction). Walker, Paula Lynn and Bedore, E. J., illus. (In the Land of Staff: A Musical Journey Series; Vol. 1). Warner/Chappell Music Canada Ltd. (SJB), 1997. 39 p. Student Text - Order no. CC1000 ($27.00 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. CC1001 ($41.95 pbk.). Order no. CC1000CD ($41.95 compact disc).

(CAN) The concept of how notes can create wonderful music by simply knowing where to place them on the lines and spaces of the treble and bass clefs. in the Land of Staff. is told in a fairy-tale format in this resource. The Note Family live on Story Brook Island where all the music suddenly falls silent on a cold and wintry day. The beautiful Music Fairy comes to the rescue, and soon the Note Family learns to express the music that is found in their hearts. Through the story, students are introduced to The Land of Staff, different types of notes, the treble clef and the bass clef. The CD includes full narration and original background music and songs.

The teacher. s guide contains suggestions for class discussion and related activities.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Music

The Man Who Made Parks: The Story of Parkbuilder Frederick Law Olmsted (Print-Non-Fiction). Wishinsky, Frieda and Zhang, Song Nan, illus. Tundra Books Inc. (CDS), 1999. unp. ISBN 0-88776-435-5 ($17.99 hdc.).

(CAN) In 1822, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux won the design competition for New York. s Central Park. Olmsted went on to create many beautiful public parks throughout the United States and Canada. The straightforward text in this picture book is informative, and the many colourful pencil illustrations add greatly to the book. s appeal. The subject of landscape architecture might well be stimulated by the story of this great pioneer who gave the world a precious gift of parks.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

Michelangelo's Surprise (Print-Fiction). Parillo, Tony. Farrar, Straus & Giroux, Inc. (GWD), 1998. unp. ISBN 0-374-34961-4 ($26.95 hdc.).

Based on historical information concerning a rare snowstorm in Florence, Italy in 1494, this picture book relates the story of how a young Michelangelo was called upon by Piero de. Medici to make a snow sculpture in his garden. The book highlights the architecturally exciting art work that highlights the buildings of Florence and the nooks and crannies of the palazzo. An appended note introduces readers to Michelangelo.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Visual Art

More Moving Experiences: Connecting Arts, Feelings, and Imagination (Print-Non-Fiction). Benzwie, Teresa and Bender, Robert, illus. Zephyr Press (ZPR), 1996. 206 p. ISBN 1-56976-032-2 ($29.00 U.S. pbk.).

A continuation of Teresa Benzwie. s first book, A Moving Experience, this title is also full of practical applications for beginners. dance and movement. It explores the use of dance as therapy and the use of props to enhance the cross-curricula approach to dance. Included is a list of suggested readings.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Physical Education: Elementary Level

A Moving Experience: Dance for Lovers of Children and the Child Within (Print-Non-Fiction). Benzwie, Teresa and Bender, Robert. Zephyr Press (ZPR), 1987. 211 p. ISBN 0-913705-25-X ($29.00 U.S. pbk.).

Using a cross-curricula approach, the author has put together a series of dance and movement routines that not only encourages fitness, but it also raise questions in areas such as science, language and math. The illustrations are very helpful in setting up the creative movement being developed. The pure joy of dance, creativity and learning come across in this resource. A separate section on props can expand the possibilities of the lessons presented. Included are a list of suggested readings and a list of suggested musical numbers to go with the routines.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Physical Education: Elementary Level

Music (Print-Non-Fiction). Grimshaw, Caroline. (Connections Series). World Book, Inc. (LRDC), 1996. 31 p. Order no. 9914 ($6.95 pbk.).

This resource is part of the Connections Series. Information is presented in a question-and-answer format that is appealing and creative. In the first section, students are encouraged to discover what music really is, and to find out when sound becomes music. The second section includes information about how music is made and what inspires composers. The third section examines music, how it makes us feel and why it moves us. The book may be read from start to finish, or in sections following the paths suggested by special "Connect!" boxes. The book presents a great deal of information packaged in small bite-sized clips, and would be most useful for students wanting to do quick research on the historical and cultural components of music. A comprehensive index is included.

Suggested Use: Grade 5; Student/Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Music Builders Series (Compact Disc). Hardie, Marilyn and Mason, Elaine. Berandol Music Ltd. (LRDC), 1998. Order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include:

This conceptually based music program is designed to provide the foundation for a year. s work in music. The program includes a set of two CDs and a teacher. s manual. The CDs provide the stimulus for all the musical activities outlined in the teacher. s manual. listening, singing, playing, moving, creating and visualizing. The material represents a wide variety of musical styles and includes songs, chants, stories set to music as well as music for listening, playing and moving. Many composers and performers are featured.

The teacher. s manual provides lessons for active music learning experiences through singing, playing, listening, creating, moving and visualizing. Activities which explore the elements of music-melody, rhythm, harmony, timbre, dynamics, style and form are designed for both large and small groups and for individual experiences. The manual gives detailed lesson suggestions for sequential learning. It also provides openings for reinforcement of concepts in other subject areas. Teachers are encouraged to extend the activities and to add their own material.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music

Musical Instruments From A to Z (Print-Non-Fiction). Kalman, Bobbie. (AlphaBasiCs Series). Crabtree Publishing Company (CRA), 1998. 32 p. ISBN 0-86505-378-2 ($18.36 hdc.).

(CAN) This Bobbie Kalman alphabet book of musical instruments includes a combination of everyday and unusual instruments. The short background and description of the instruments are illustrated with photographs, illustrations and art reproductions. A table of contents, a glossary of words to know and an index make this resource user friendly. This book would be very useful for teachers wishing to introduce their students to musical instruments.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Music

Musical Inst1ruments of the World Series (Print-Non-Fiction). See, John, illus and Turner, Barrie Carson. Smart Apple Media (SBC), 1999. 32 p. Order numbers follow. ($22.45 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include:

Each of the books in this series begins with an introduction about the musical instruments featured. Pictures of each instrument, a short description and a photograph of a performer playing it are included. The text is easily read, and may be of use to children who are interested in knowing more about instruments from various countries. A glossary of words to remember and an index are included. Teachers should note that the layout of the Woodwind and Brass book might be confusing for young children.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Music

Musicians (Print-Non-Fiction). Strudwick, Leslie. (Women in Profile Series). Crabtree Publishing Company (CRA), 1998. 48 p. ISBN 0-7787-0009-7 ($19.16 hdc.).

(CAN) This book is a part of the Women in Profile Series which is dedicated to remarkable women who have triumphed in their respective fields. The lives and achievements of noted female musicians are chronicled in a short, easily read format. Background information, quick notes and photographs enhance each article. Artists include three Canadian women. Liona Boyd, Ofra Harnoy and Natalie MacMaster. A glossary, suggestions for further reading and an index are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Music

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

My Mama Had a Dancing Heart (Print-Fiction). Gray, Libba Moore and Colon, Raul, illus. Orchard Bks., Inc. (SCH), 1995. unp. ISBN 0-531-07142-1 ($8.95 pbk.).

In this tribute to the beauties of nature and to each other. s company, mother and daughter take delight in the sights, sounds, tastes and ballets of each season. They dance a welcome to the spring rain, summer waves, autumn winds and winter snows. The soft illustrations complement the joyful text in this beautiful picture book.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Dance

Nutcracker: The Untold Story (Video). Sendak, Maurice, illus. (Notes Alive! Series). Minnesota Orchestra (MIO), 1998. 47 min. ISBN 0-9653818-7-0 ($14.95 U.S.).

This holiday tale is retold in charming rhyme combined with bold 3-D animations by Maurice Sendak. It features a live ballet performance and the sounds of the world-class Minnesota Orchestra playing Tchaikovsky. s lush music. The tale of The Nutcracker comes to life through the melding of music, artistry and ballet. The video includes behind-the-scenes interviews with illustrator Maurice Sendak, scriptwriter Pamela Hill Nettleton and music director/conductor Eiji Oue.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; Arts Education: Grade 9

On the Day You Were Born (Video). Frasier, Debra. (Notes Alive! Series). Minnesota Orchestra (MIO), 1996. 30 min. ISBN 0-9653818-0-3 ($14.95 U.S.).

The Minnesota Orchestra performs a story concert in this wonderful video. Music and animation come together to tell the story On the Day You Were Born. Pictures from the book are interspersed with music from the orchestra in a unique blending of music and visual art. The author of the book, Debra Frasier, explains the inspiration behind the idea for her book.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Orff Day by Day: Classroom Projects in Music and Movement (Print-Non-Fiction). Brass, Alice. Can-Ed Media Ltd. (CEM), 1997. 80 p. ISBN 1-896941-02-8 ($20.00 pbk.).

The Orff approach allows children to explore how music is created and what role they can have in its creation. It encourages them to react to music. not only to the notes but also to the form and the rhythm. This reaction is in turn expressed by clapping, body percussion, chants, singing and/or playing instruments that Carl Orff designed in such a way that they are very simple to learn to use. This book outlines nine projects, taking the teacher day by day through a process designed to teach basic music, improvisation and creative movement. This resource will be valuable and inspiring to teachers with some Orff training, or even the newcomer to Orff.

Suggested Use: Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Painting Pictures I & II (Video). Sound Venture Productions (KIN), 1998. Order numbers follow. ($145.00).

Recommended titles in this series include:

(CAN) In the two programs listed above, young children deliver unique and wonderful insights into paintings from the National Gallery of Canada in this video. The children give their impressions about works by artists such as Emily Carr, the Group of Seven and William Kurelek. Teachers wishing to encourage individual, group or class discussions when viewing art works will find this a valuable resource.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Visual Art

Other Use: Kindergarten

Rembrandt (Print-Non-Fiction). Venezia, Mike. (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists Series). Children's Press (CHIL), 1988. 31 p. ISBN 0-516-02272-5 ($22.50 U.S. pbk.).

This easily read biography with its large print and uncluttered layout presents a brief biography of the artist Rembrandt. Cartoon drawings by Venezia are interspersed throughout, along with full-colour reproductions of the artist. s work. The text concentrates on aspects of Rembrandt. s life that affected his art.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Visual Art

Share the Music Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Bond, Judy, et al. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (LRDC), 2000. pgn. varies. Order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include:

This multi-level American series uses an integrated thematic approach to build music literacy and understanding through singing, listening, moving, creating, music reading, critical thinking and assessment. For Grades 1-5, the components include a teacher. s edition packaged with piano accompaniment, a student book and a set of CDs. Suggestions for cross-curricular links in English language arts, social studies, science and all four strands in arts education are included. This well-organized and user friendly resource is visually appealing and contains an excellent variety of songs and music. Suggestions for meeting individual needs and assessment and evaluation are included. Teachers may wish to supplement this program with Canadian content.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

A Special Time for Everyone (Print-Non-Fiction). Walker, Paula Lynn and Hutchinson, Graham, illus. (In the Land of Staff: A Musical Journey Series; Vol. 2). Warner/Chappell Music Canada Ltd. (SJB), 1999. 40 p. Teacher's Guide - Order no. CC1003 ($41.95 pbk.). Student Text and Compact Disc - Order no. CC1002CD ($41.95 set).

(CAN) The second volume of In the Land of Staff: A Musical Journey Series is filled with more songs and music that introduce students to new notes, the names of the lines and spaces, common time and bar lines. The fairy tale on Story Book Island continues as new characters are faced with the challenge of naming each line and space of the music staff.

The CD includes full narration of the book with original background music and songs.

The teacher. s guide contains suggestions for class discussion and related activities.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Music

The Story of the Incredible Orchestra: An Introduction to Musical Instruments and the Symphony Orchestra (Print-Non-Fiction). Koscielniak. Bruce. Houghton Mifflin Company (LRDC), 2000. unp. Order no. 9859 ($18.70 hdc.).

The evolution of the modern symphony orchestra and the instruments that comprise it are presented in this fact-filled excursion through music history. The various eras in the development of the modern orchestra, starting with the instrumental groups at the dawn of the seventeenth century and continuing on up to the present day are described. An informative narrative occupies at least one side of each double-page spread. Watercolour and line drawings fill the pages, providing an upclose look at a variety of musical instruments and methods of sound production. This is a shining tool for adults to share with children who enjoy music and want to know more.

Suggested Use: Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Music; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Talking With Artists: Volume 2. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Cummings, Pat, ed. Simon & Schuster, Inc. (DIS), 1995. 96 p. ISBN 0-689-80310-9 ($26.95 hdc.).

The second volume in the Talking With Artists Series presents the value both of practising old techniques and trying new ones. Thirteen artists are profiled in a question-and-answer format. Each entry includes examples of the artist. s works from childhood and adulthood and information gathered from questions about the illustrator. s life story, normal day, family and favourite materials for making art. Pictures of each artist as a child and an adult personalize the profiles. Appended are bibliographies of five books by each illustrator and several pages of "secret techniques" for budding young artists. This is an informative, enjoyable book that is likely to inspire many children to draw.

Suggested Use: Grade 4; Grade 5; Visual Art; Student/Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8

Tallchief: America's Prima Ballerina (Print-Non-Fiction). Tallchief, Maria, Wells, Rosemary and Kelley, Gary, illus. Viking Penguin (CDS), 1999. 28 p. ISBN 0-670-88756-0 ($22.99 hdc.).

(I/M) Maria Tallchief entranced audiences in ballets such as Firebird, Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. In this biographical picture book ballerina Maria Tallchief describes her childhood on an Osage reservation, the development of her love of dance and her rise to success in that field. Tallchief. s single-minded passion, conveyed in this clear, occasionally poetic narrative would hold appeal and meaning for an audience beyond that of hopeful ballerinas. Gary Kelley. s use of pastel captures the drama of the dance, both in the studio and on the stage.

Suggested Use: Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Dance

Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8; English Language Arts: Elementary Level

Van Gogh (Print-Non-Fiction). Venezia, Mike. (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists Series). Children's Press (CHIL), 1988. 32 p. ISBN 0-516-02274-1 ($22.50 U.S. pbk.).

The tragic life of Vincent Van Gogh is presented in this easily read biography. Cartoon drawings by Venezia and fictionalized dialogue balloons are interspersed throughout the book. Excellent quality full-coloured reproductions do a great deal to enhance and extend the text.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Visual Art

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Print-Non-Fiction). Venezia, Mike. (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Composers Series). Children's Press (SCH), 1995. 32 p. ISBN 0-516-44541-3 ($9.95 pbk.).

This short biography tells the story of the child prodigy who wrote more than 800 pieces of music before his untimely death at age 35. Reproductions of famous paintings including Mozart and his family help to enhance and extend the text. This easily read resource is an entertaining introduction to one of the world. s greatest composers.

Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Music