Barefoot Singalongs

A brand new Barefoot Singalong about the earth's orbit! The earth circles round the sun each year. Past days, weeks, and months, our birthdays we cheer, growing taller, faster, smarter, wiser. The earth circles round the sun each year. What creates the seasons? How does day turn to night? Learn how the sun and moon create earth's seasonal and daily cycles in this uplifting, musical exploration of the beautiful planet we call home. Written and sung by Susan Reed (Over in the Meadow and Up, Up, Up) and illustrated by Mariona Cabassa (Whatever Comes Tomorrow, Barefoot Books Water, and A Gift for Amma), the calming music and vibrant illustrations help children understand our place in the universe. • Includes a QR code to original audio and animation • Endnotes dive more into STEAM topics such as seasons, stars, the moon and more • Teaches kids about earth's orbit in a fun, accessible way Joining Barefoot's singalongs, this original song with endnotes describes how the sun and moon create the Earth's seasonal and daily cycles. "This picture book blends homespun music and science . . . Aim this at toddlers, underserved in science topics" – School Library Journal Susan Reed is a violinist, vocalist, storyteller, recording artist, author, and educator from the Boston area. She combines her musical artistry with storytelling, crafting original shows that celebrate our humanity. She is equally adept in collaboration, adding her lyrical line to the musical mix of the moment. Common to her performances is her trademark warmth and wit, and her conviction that music has the power to broaden people's understanding of the world around them. Mariona Cabassa is a native of Catalonia, Spain, who has illustrated nearly 100 children's books. She studied at art school in Barcelona, followed by further research in Strasbourg, France. Her many years of working as an illustrator, painter, installation maker, and tattoo artist reflect her fascination with form and her desire to explore different palettes. Mariona's technique combines water-based paints, pencils, and a digital touch to create rich and vibrant illustrations. "The earth circles round the sun each year. Past days, weeks, and months, our birthdays we cheer" ... This uplifting singalong features online access to audio and video animation of the story.

Set to a tune with both English and Spanish lyrics, this uplifting singalong shows kids that learning a new language means connecting with new people and making more friends! Call-and-response phrases reinforce language learning, and the end matter includes a list of English and Spanish phrases and pronunciations. Bright illustrations reflect the warmth and joy of the song. Includes an online access link to audio and video animation. This uplifting English and Spanish singalong shows kids that learning a new language means connecting with new people and making more friends! Brian Amador is a guitarist, composer, songwriter, singer and voice actor originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico and now residing in the Boston area. Brian has written countless songs for adults and children of all ages – in Spanish, English and both languages combined. Brian and his wife Rosi are the proud parents of adult twins and a scruffy little dog. Vanina Starkoff was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She studied graphic design at the University of Buenos Aires and she graduated with the Colombian illustrator José Sanabria. Since completing her first picture book in 2010, she has gained international recognition for her vivid landscape illustrations. She lives in Buzios, Brazil. Sol y Canto is the award-winning Pan-Latin ensemble led by Puerto Rican/Argentine singer and percussionist Rosi Amador and New Mexican guitarist and composer Brian Amador. Featuring Rosi's crystalline voice and Brian's lush Spanish guitar and inventive compositions, Sol y Canto is known for making their music accessible to Spanish- and non-Spanish speaking audiences of all ages.

Ro, ro, the rattlin' bog, the bog down in the valley-o! Joining Barefoot's singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune sung by a traditional Irish band explores an Irish peat bog where a rattlin' (Irish slang for "wonderful") tree contains a rattlin' nest, which contains a rattlin' egg, which contains a rattlin' bird... all the way down to a seed of a brand-new rattlin' tree. Includes notes on Irish peat bogs and the creatures that live there, as well as plant and animal life cycles. Joining Barefoot's singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune explores an Irish peat bog.

Joining Barefoot's singalong collection, this upbeat story depicts residents of a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, New York, who are dancing down to their neighborhood block party. From samba-dancing nurses to reggaeton-loving firefighters, this unique song-story introduces 10 kinds of Latin, Afro-Latin, and African American dance and music from throughout the Americas. Readers can count along in English and Spanish as they visit each floor of the building! Endnotes provide more information about the dance styles. Includes an online access link to original audio and video animation. Types of dance featured: Tango Salsa Reggaeton Samba Cumbia Mambo Hip-hop Rumba Merengue Conga This upbeat singalong depicts residents of a Bronx high-rise building dancing to 10 types of Latin, Afro-Latin and African American music. Jackie Azúa Kramer earned her MA in Counseling in Education. Jackie's books have been translated into fifteen languages. Her books have received starred reviews in Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books and Canadian Children's Book Centre. Winner of Japan's Kembuchi Bronze Picture Book Award. Twice the recipient of Bank Street College Best Children's Book; Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best Books"; Canadian Children's Book Centre "Best Books". A Junior Library Guild Selection and Parent's Magazine Book Pick. Jackie strives to write books that meet children where they are and reflect what children see in the mirror and out of their windows. Jana Glatt's fascination with creating character, costumers and scenarios began in her childhood theater classes. Today, she feels like a director of a great scene when she is creating her illustrations. Jana has illustrated more than twenty books and has been seen all over the world. She lives in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. On summer days to cool the heat, Something happens to my feet. Cha-cha-cha – I feel the groove. Snap and tap! I got the move. This toe-tapping singalong features online access to audio and video animation of the story.

An original singalong celebrating kids with disabilities and the tools that help them access our world! What helps your mobility? How do you groove? Full of possibility! Every body move! From flittin', flyin', flowin' walkers to dartin', jumpin', dazzlin' braces, there are so many cool inventions that help people move! Every Body Move! is an energetic affirmation for children who use mobility tools and a joyful celebration of an accessible world– set to an original groovy tune! • QR code provides access to video and audio animation • Sparks conversations on what it means to be accessible • Endnotes provide information and super cool inventions that help people move An original singalong celebrating kids with disabilities and the tools that help them access their world! Includes access to audio and video animation. Jenna Elyse Johnson is a children's author, teacher and bookseller with a particular passion for writing stories that highlight disability joy. Having grown up with cerebral palsy, and now living with other chronic illnesses, Jenna enjoys creating stories that feature all types of characters. She lives in Northern California, USA, with her service dog, Hamilton. www.jennaelysejohnson.com Ananya Rao-Middleton is an illustrator and disability activist who uses her art to advocate for greater representation and understanding of disability, diversity, and resilience. Her work highlights the beauty of difference and the power of empathy, aiming to empower children of all abilities to see themselves in the stories they read. Beyond her illustration work, she actively engages in social issues, drawing on her own experiences to create art that inspires a kinder, more inclusive world. Ananya lives between Lisbon, Portugal, and London, England. Audra Mariel earned a BFA in theatre from Kean University where she explored her love for Shakespeare and classical texts. After graduating, she performed, assistant directed, and directed local, educational, and touring productions. At 28 she was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy IV, a degenerative muscular condition. Though she continued to perform in the theatre for many years, eventually she switched her focus to a less physically demanding creative expression for her – music. Audra is currently writing and performing her own original songs as Martin Howth, performing with her band, Audra Mariel & A Real Human Jazz Band, and with other jazz ensembles in and around New York City. "Together we're unstoppable!" The future is accessible! An original singalong celebrating kids with disabilities and the tools that help them access their world! Features online access to audio and video animation of the story.

Batters up! A reimagining of the classic baseball anthem! You've heard that we root, root, root for the home team and enjoy some peanuts and cracker jacks, but do you know the diverse history and culture behind America's favorite pastime turned global phenomenon? In this twist on the classic song, enjoy the familiar tune while learning about iconic baseball events, players, and parks that shaped the sport as we know it today. • Celebrate America's 250th birthday by learning about it's favorite pastime • End notes include more baseball facts about the game, players and parks • Includes QR code access to audio and video animation A reimagining of the classic baseball anthem, this Barefoot singalong showcases the diverse history and culture of America's pastime. "A great angle for a global sport, and a recommended purchase for all libraries". - Alison Schwartz, School Library Journal Nathalie Alonso is a Cuban American journalist and writer from Queens, New York. In addition to writing books for children, she has contributed to a myriad of newspapers, magazines, and websites. True to her Cuban roots, Nathalie is a huge baseball fan and has worked for Major League Baseball as a translator, producer, and reporter since 2006. Naida Mazzenga is an Italian illustrator who lives and works in Barcelona, Spain. In recent years, she has been selected twice as a finalist for the CCBF "Golden Pinwheel" award (2020/2021) and once for the BCBF Illustrators' Exhibition (2020). The BCBF finalist drawings were used last year as the graphic image of the "Illustrator Exhibition" in Taiwan. She draws digitally but her work is heavily influenced by her passion and practice of Risograph printing. She has published several illustrated books, including Our World: Italy by Barefoot Books. Singer/songwriter Francesca Fuentes began singing and writing songs at age 12 after receiving her first guitar from her uncle and taking lessons shortly after. In 2019, she was awarded Best Film for her music video "Rock W Me," at Lovesick Film Festival and is currently working on her debut album. She lives in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, with her family, her dogs Hope and Luna, and many other pets. "Take me out to the ball game, Take me out with the crowd." This classic singalong features online access to audio and video animation of the story.