Before John was a Jazz Giant by Carole Boston Weatherford

John Coltrane changed the face of jazz, but before that he was a little kid listening to the world around him.
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Resource: picture book
Time: 1926-1967
Place: America

Summary:
Little boy John listened to everything around him.  He took that music of everyday and transformed it into greatness.  Subtitled "A Song of John Coltrane", this book begs to be read aloud.  A simple story of sounds and songs this book is so full of joy. Illustrated by Sean Qualls, the pictures are delightful.  At then end, there is a an author's note with a concise biography of John Coltrane.  There is also a list of selected listening and books for further reading.

Potentially Objectionable Content:
none

Reading Level: grade K - 2
Lexile Measure: AD1090L
Guided Reading Level: not available


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