How to Be a Rock Star

Author Lisa Tolin
Illustrated by Daniel Duncan
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Hardcover
$17.99 US
8.37"W x 10.25"H x 0.32"D  
On sale Aug 02, 2022 | 32 Pages | 978-1-9848-1420-3
| Preschool - 2
Reading Level: Lexile AD550L | Fountas & Pinnell N
In this hilarious, tongue-in-cheek picture book debut, one little kid who really loves to rock and roll explains everything there is to know about starting a rock band.

“A joyous, raucous must-have manual for little rock stars everywhere.” —Savannah Guthrie, Today show co-anchor
 
Becoming a rock star isn't easy—especially if you're a kid. From finding the right instrument, to mastering the best dance moves, to taking your band on the road, there's a lot to consider! And that's not to mention dealing with critics, crazed fans, and a little brother with a chocolate milk problem . . . Luckily, this book has everything you need to know to make it big.
 
This giggle-inducing guide to aspiring rock and rollers, chock-full of laugh-out-loud illustrations, is sure to leave readers both young and young at heart shouting for an encore!
 
“Kids who rock and parents who love them will cheer this fun, and very funny, picture book how-to guide for starting a band.” —Laurie Berkner, children’s recording artist
 
Working from his home studio in leafy Amersham on the outskirts of London, Daniel Duncan is a children’s illustrator specializing in picture books. He likes creating vibrant characters in engaging and detailed environments, using earthy colors and textures. View titles by Daniel Duncan
Praise for How to Be a Rock Star:

"There's lots to laugh at . . . Well suited for a family read-aloud or for independent reading. This rocks!" —Kirkus Reviews

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In this hilarious, tongue-in-cheek picture book debut, one little kid who really loves to rock and roll explains everything there is to know about starting a rock band.

“A joyous, raucous must-have manual for little rock stars everywhere.” —Savannah Guthrie, Today show co-anchor
 
Becoming a rock star isn't easy—especially if you're a kid. From finding the right instrument, to mastering the best dance moves, to taking your band on the road, there's a lot to consider! And that's not to mention dealing with critics, crazed fans, and a little brother with a chocolate milk problem . . . Luckily, this book has everything you need to know to make it big.
 
This giggle-inducing guide to aspiring rock and rollers, chock-full of laugh-out-loud illustrations, is sure to leave readers both young and young at heart shouting for an encore!
 
“Kids who rock and parents who love them will cheer this fun, and very funny, picture book how-to guide for starting a band.” —Laurie Berkner, children’s recording artist
 

Author

Working from his home studio in leafy Amersham on the outskirts of London, Daniel Duncan is a children’s illustrator specializing in picture books. He likes creating vibrant characters in engaging and detailed environments, using earthy colors and textures. View titles by Daniel Duncan

Praise

Praise for How to Be a Rock Star:

"There's lots to laugh at . . . Well suited for a family read-aloud or for independent reading. This rocks!" —Kirkus Reviews

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