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Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell

Name: Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell
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Rating: 4.7 (41 reviews)

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Book Synopsis: “Colors burst across each page, with layers of collage-work emphasizing the richness of Mitchell’s influences and imagination. Will speak to readers just starting their own exploration of artistic expression.” —Booklist (starred review)

Celebrate the captivating life of Joni Mitchell, the world-famous songbird who used her music to ignite and inspire an entire generation, in this stunning picture book biography from award-winning author and illustrator Selina Alko. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Joni Mitchell painted with words.
Sitting at her piano or strumming the guitar, she turned the words into songs.
The songs were like brushstrokes on a canvas, saying things that were not only happy or sad but true.
But before composing more than two hundred songs, Joni was a young girl from a town on the Canadian prairie, where she learned to love dancing, painting, birdsong, and piano. As she grew up into an artist, Joni took her strong feelings—feelings of love and frustration, and the turbulence that came with being a young woman—and wrote them into vivid songs.

Brought to life by Selina Alko’s rainbow collages and lyrical language, this heartfelt portrait of a feminist and folk icon is perfect for parents, children, and music lovers everywhere.

Back matter includes a letter from the author and Joni’s full discography.
“An inspired and creative ode to the inimitable Joni Mitchell.”—Kirkus
“Layered mixed-media collages featuring cut paper, found images, and colorful smears of paint effectively evoke the richly rendered emotional landscapes of Mitchell’s songwriting.” —Publishers Weekly

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Joni Mitchell with the captivating book, "Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell." This stunning picture book biography takes you on a journey through the life and artistry of the world-famous songbird, igniting your imagination and inspiring your own exploration of artistic expression. With layers of colorful collage-work, each page bursts with the richness of Mitchell's influences, making it a feast for the eyes and a thrilling experience for readers of all ages.

Perfect for children ages 4 to 6, "Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell" is not just an entertaining read, but also a valuable educational tool. It's an excellent choice for homeschooling, providing a fun way for children to learn to read while supplementing their activity books. The book celebrates the power of music and how it can shape an entire generation, making it an essential addition to any home library.

Discover how Joni Mitchell painted with words, transforming her feelings into beautiful songs. This book takes you back to her humble beginnings in a Canadian prairie town, where she developed her love for dancing, painting, birdsong, and the piano. As she grew into an artist, Mitchell channeled her strong emotions into vivid songs that resonated with audiences worldwide.

Selina Alko, the award-winning author and illustrator, brings Mitchell's story to life through her rainbow collages and lyrical language. The layered mixed-media collages, featuring cut paper, found images, and colorful smears of paint, skillfully evoke the emotional landscapes of Mitchell's iconic songwriting. Get ready to be captivated by this heartfelt portrait of a feminist and folk icon.

But that's not all! In addition to the mesmerizing content, "Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell" also includes a letter from the author and Joni's full discography in the back matter. You'll have a deeper understanding of Mitchell's journey and can further explore her extensive musical repertoire.

"An inspired and creative ode to the inimitable Joni Mitchell," exclaims Kirkus, while Publishers Weekly praises the book's layered mixed-media collages that effectively capture the rich emotional landscapes of Mitchell's songwriting. Don't miss out on this remarkable book that will resonate with parents, children, and music lovers everywhere.

Ready to dive into the world of Joni Mitchell? Explore the captivating life of this iconic artist today by getting your copy of "Joni: The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell"!

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