Sounds Like A Rainbow
School year: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 32
Published: 2010
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"Sounds Like a Rainbow" by Gary Golio is a beautifully illustrated children's book that tells the inspiring story of the legendary musician and artist, Jimi Hendrix. The narrative intertwines themes of music, creativity, and self-expression, capturing Hendrix's vibrant love for sound and color. Through imaginative prose and vivid imagery, readers are invited to explore how music can evoke emotions and a sense of wonder. The book celebrates the power of art to transcend barriers, encouraging young readers to embrace their uniqueness and find their own voice in the world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Houghton Mifflin .
Gary Golio is the New York Times -bestselling author of Jimi: Sounds Like a Rainbow: A Story of Young Jimi Hendrix , When Bob Met Woody: The Story of the Young Bob Dylan, Spirit Seeker: John Coltrane's Musical Journey, and Biz & Diz . He lives in New York with his family.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Coretta Scott King Award - Illustrator
This book was recognised in the Illustrator category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.