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Animals

Sing-alongs and Music

Vooks A to Z

Simon is a backstage cat. His owner is a celebrity. Together, they ride to the theater in a big, silver-grey limousine. Simon watches in the dressing room while his owner puts on rouge and powder. Then come eyelashes, lipstick, bracelets. Finally, a wig, shoes, and her costume. Then, it’s time for the show! Simon’s owner promises to come back and see him during intermission.

But then Simon sees a mouse, and he can’t help but chase it out of the dressing room. But what will happen when a falling prop spooks him onstage? This backstage cat is about to get an unexpected moment in the spotlight. It could be a disaster—or maybe it’ll turn Simon into a celebrity as well.

With a theater-themed vocabulary and mixed-media illustrations, Backstage Cat follows the silly misadventure of a rather mischievous kitty. Written by Harriet Ziefert, illustrated by Jenni Desmond, and published by Blue Apple Books.

When Simon gets spooked during a performance, this backstage cat might get an unexpected moment in the spotlight.

Backstage Cat

Camp Vooks

Elementary

Main Carousel

On the Farm

Early Childhood

Everyone's Reading

Whoa, horses Ruby and Wyatt are running wild on the ranch and they’re causing quite a ruckus! All the farm animals even join in the chase. The cowboy and cowgirl are running and shouting “Hey hey!” Then suddenly, all the hustle and bustle stops. They all decide they're plum tuckered out and stop to take a nap. Until… “WHOA RUBY, WHOA WYATT!” They’re at it again!

Sing along with this toe-tapping wild west romp, sung by world famous The Texas Tenors. But, y’all watch out!. This silly catchy tune will have little buckaroos singing and dancing and a-runnin’ and a-shoutin’ “Hey hey!”

Ruckus on the Ranch has music by The Texas Tenors and Marcus Collins, is written by Harriet Ziefert, illustrated by Brian Fitzgerald and published by Blue Apple Books. 


Sing along with this toe-tapping wild west romp as all the animals stir up a ruckus on the ranch!

Ruckus on the Ranch

Language and Vocabulary

Get ready to sing along with this rockin' band of inquisitive ants! "Why why why is the sky always blue, and the ocean is so deep?" This catchy song is full of the questions every kiddo asks... the questions of our lives!

A fun sing-along song that asks the question on everyone's mind: why why why?

Why Why Why?

5 Minutes or Less

Numbers and Counting

Another hit by the musical group Ants Ants Ants, this counting song will have you singing all day! It’s a catchy and unforgettable way to learn, and have fun!

Grab the kiddos and kangaroos and sing along, while they all count up to 6!

6 Pickup Sticks

Read Along With Vooks

S.T.E.A.M.

From pinwheels to bicycles and race cars, this sing along is all about rolling right along. This fun song is full of friendly lyrics and optimistic instrumentation from the group Ants Ants Ants. 

A fun, sing-along that keeps spinning and rolling on! 

Pinwheel

This monochromatic adventure takes us diving into the deep blue sea…it’s true! Sing along with the whales, dolphins and the fishes. 

Sing along with this fun musical title by Ants Ants Ants. 

Blue

Free Access

Vehicles

Everyone knows that Old MacDonald has a farm. But did you know he and Mrs. MacDonald also have an excavator—for a dig dig here, and a dig dig there? And a front loader, for scooping just about everywhere? They’ve got a bulldozer for pushing, and a motor grader for scraping, and a dump truck for dump thumping. They’ve even got a steamroller and a cement mixer.

Just what are Old MacDonald and Mrs. MacDonald building on their farm with all these trucks? Come along for a sing-along involving cows with hardhats, goats with streamers, chickens with shovels, and pigs with screwdrivers. Things are about to get wild!

A hilarious retelling of the classic children’s rhyme from 1706, Old MacDonald Had a Truck is ideal for the truck enthusiasts among us. Written by Steve Goetz, illustrated by Eda Kaban, and published by Chronicle Books LLC.

Old MacDonald has a farm. He also has an excavator, a bulldozer and a dump truck. Just what is he building?

Old MacDonald Had a Truck

You may know them as Helicopter Leaves, Maple Seeds, Whirlybirds, or even Spinning Jennies, but they’re all the same fun flying seeds! Ants Ants Ants brings this wonder of nature to life in a fun and catchy song, that’ll have you singing along! 

Sing along to this song all about everyone’s favorite flying seeds!

Helicopter Leaves

Seasonal - Fall

All Seasons

All is quiet on the ranch as the animals settle in for a peaceful night sleep, until… Clem the dog starts barking up a storm! You see, Clem spots the harvest moon, big and bright up in the sky. It’s a fiery orange color like Clem’s never seen before. “Moon’s on fire! Moon’s on fire! Could be dire!” he yelps as he hurries to warn his friends. Now the whole ranch is up and about—the animals running around and the cowboy and cowgirl trying to calm them down.

Sing along with this instant favorite, as a silly dog causes a ruckus all over the ranch! The Texas Tenors are back, with this toe-tapping sequel to the much loved hit Ruckus on the Ranch. But be careful, this fun and catchy tune might just be stuck in your head for days!

With an original song by Marcus Collins and The Texas Tenors, and illustrations by Brian Fitzgerald, Moon’s on Fire is published by Blue Cat Books. 

Moon’s on fire! Moon’s on fire! Or… is it? Sing along with this toe-tapping fun song.

Moon's on Fire!

Bedtime

Mindfulness

Cozy up and settle in as all the critters on the ranch get tucked in for bed. After a busy day, the cowboy lullaby helps them all calm down and drift off to sleep.

“Close your eyes. Hum along to this lullaby song. Sweet dreams, little critters, sweet dreams.”

From the Texas Tenors, comes a soothing bedtime song, perfect for helping even the most restless critters settle in for the night. The Cowboy Lullaby comes from the book Moon’s on Fire!, the follow up to the popular Ruckus on the Ranch—From Marcus Collins and The Texas Tenors, with illustrations by Brian Fitzgerald, and published by Blue Cat Books.

Cozy up and settle in with all the critters on the ranch, as they are gently serenaded to sleep.

The Cowboy Lullaby

Familius Presents

Seasonal - Summer

Dream Big

America the Beautiful is one of the most popular patriotic songs in the United States of America. Based on the original lyrics by Katharine Lee Bates, My America, the Beautiful is a modern day take on the classic tune. This catchy sing-along celebrates diversity, unity, freedom and the greatest ideals of the American dream.

Follow a single piece of thread as it weaves through history and various quintessential scenes of Americana, as people of different cultures and creed join together in celebration of unity. My America, the Beautiful is published by Familius, who’s mission is to teach, inspire, and bring families together.

Celebrate diversity and unity with this sing-along based on the song America The Beautiful.

My America, the Beautiful

Sick Day Stories

How We Work

Build Confidence

Meet Allegro, a young boy who can’t stand practicing the piano. It’s hard and frustrating and he is ready to give up—until the music itself suddenly whisks him away on a magical adventure!Classical music comes to life like never before in this magical journey through 11 timeless compositions. Follow along as Allegro is carried through a range of emotive landscapes, each accompanied by a famous classical theme. Little ones will appreciate music in a whole new way as they discover that becoming a great musician (or anything for that matter) is only possible with patience and practice.

This wondrous story comes from family focused publisher, Familius. Allegro is masterfully written by David Miles and beautifully illustrated by Anita Barghigiani.

Music comes to life in this magical journey through 11 classical masterpieces!

Allegro

Bilingual Books

Biographies

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Ritchie was only five years old when his father handed him a guitar. He practiced, he played, and his talent grew. He taught himself the trumpet and the drums. By the time he was in junior high school, he’d bring his guitar to school to play for friends on the bleachers. By sixteen, he became the singer and guitarist for a band called The Silhouettes.

Though Ritchie didn’t record many albums, the songs he wrote are still loved by many—songs like "Donna" and "La Bamba." Beyond the music, his life proved something important: That no matter where you’re from or how old you are, anyone can achieve their dreams.

A Lil' Libros Bilingual Biography, The Life of Ritchie celebrates the story of Ritchie Valens, the original Mexican-American rock star. Told in both English and Spanish, the story touches on diversity, aspirations, and the legacy we leave behind. The Life of Ritchie is written by Patty Rodriguez and Ariana Stein, illustrated by Citlali Reyes, and published by Lil’ Libros.

The first Mexican-American rockstar, Ritchie began his journey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame when he was only five.

The Life of — La Vida de Ritchie

Kid at Heart

Be Brave

In the City

Be Resilient

When Irving’s home is burned, his family is forced to flee to America. The trip across the ocean isn’t easy—but when Irving glimpses the Statue of Liberty, the whole boat sings her a grateful song. In New York City, Irving begins a new life. More songs begin to fill his head. Songs that sound like the clank of a railcar, shouts of laughter, the hum of a city full of life.

Come along with Irving as his creative spirit grows into something much bigger than himself. Melodies might be enough to lift his family out of poverty. One might even go on to inspire an entire country—an anthem of gratitude and hope for the land that became his new home.

Following songwriter Irving Berlin’s remarkable life, this story underscores the power of hope, hard work, and limitless creativity. Though his songs were celebrated and performed by countless talented musicians, Irving is best known for his ode to his new home, “God Bless America.” Written by Nancy Churnin and illustrated by James Rey Sanchez, Irving Berlin is published by Creston Books, LLC.


When Irving must flee his home in Russia, he starts a new life in America. What comes next begins with a song.

Irving Berlin: The Immigrant Boy Who Made America Sing

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