Jump Up!

by Dan Zanes, Donald Saaf (Illustrator)

An illustrated collection of one original and four traditional songs.

Genres: Childrens, M M Romance, Picture Books

28 pages, Hardcover

First published September 21, 2005

Reviews

[Beverly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lyrics and bright, happy illustrations for Zanes' song "Jump Up." Also included is the musical score, plus the score and lyrics for four more songs.

[Susan Librarian · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a joyful book this is! Great colors and art and includes a cd with songs from the wonderful Dan Zanes. I have used it multiple times for my baby rhyme time program (for babies and young toddlers) with great success. I suggest reading it first and then later have them dance and move about - I pass out instruments as well. The song moves too quickly to actually read with the book at the same time - more fun to point out the toast people etc.
Besides the fun song, Jump Up, there is also Going to Boston which is a fun song as a follow up (not as lively but a great tune and harmonies), Hal-an-tow, Mango Walk, and Sail Away Ladies. A great way to introduce folks to a fun musician they might not know besides a good picture book.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful illustrations and beautifully fun lyrical text! I read this for a "Jump" storyhour.

[Savannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun book with music CD included. Fun to have the kids JUMP UP every time you say it.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

An illustrated collection of one original and four traditional songs: "Jump up!," "Going to Boston," "Hal an Tow," "Mango Walk," and "Sail Away Ladies."

[Tracey · Rating 4 out of 5]

children's music. picture book with flaps follows the lyrics of Zanes' original song, plus he includes lyrics and sheet music to 4 other interesting folk songs he's picked up from various places.