Del Norte Public Library

Describes eighteen stringed instruments from all over the world including the violin, mandolin, moon guitar, and koto.

Simple text describes the parts of a piano and how it is used to make music.

A very simple introduction to various types of drums, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played. Childhood is a great time for exploring the world's sights and sounds--and for developing a lifelong interest in music! Our Music Makers series features easy-to-read text and colorful, well-chosen photos that provide a kid-friendly introduction to some of their favorite instruments. A table of contents, informative...

Each Musical Instruments title features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity.

A very simple introduction to violins, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played. Childhood is a great time for exploring the world's sights and sounds--and for developing a lifelong interest in music! Our Music Makers series features easy-to-read text and colorful, well-chosen photos that provide a kid-friendly introduction to some of their favorite instruments. A table of contents, informative captions, an...

This title is a terrific introduction to drums for kids. After starting with an overview of the drumhead and shell, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described.

Describes the guitar, including the different kinds of guitars, it's parts, and how it's played.

"Makerspaces are all about teaching through collaboration. This title grabs the attention of young people who are musically as well as technically inclined by showing them that they can make their own instruments--literally. Recent technologies such as 3-D printing and Arduino microcontrollers allow virtually anyone to make a fully functioning instrument. This resource shows young people exactly how to take advantage of the burgeoning makerspaces...