Quest for the Momma Violin

Readers' Favorite 5 StarsA truly one-of-a-kind BAM (Business, Arts, and Mathematics) book! When Theo sees a cello in the store window, he knows this MUST be his Momma Violin—only she’s so EXPENSIVE!Theo’s entrepreneurial spirit kicks in as he works hard to earn money, but things don’t always go his way. Theo tries dog walking, snow shoveling - when it snows, busking, and a gourmet hot chocolate stand, just to name a few.“Look, Mom! Isn’t she beautiful? Can I get her?” “Yes, Theo, she is beautiful and no, she’s too expensive.”“What if I earned money to buy her?” Theo asked.“If you earn the money, you can get her,” Mom replied.Targeted for children ages 6-8, teacher/writer Kelley M Likes and illustrator Mary Barrows created a book about a child determined to cross off everything on his checklist and earn his Momma Violin. Great for classroom usage―follows Mathematics Common Core Curriculum Standards.Includes:An original cello and violin composition entitled “Ode to Momma Violin.”Seasonal Profit and Earnings CalculationsFlipbook corner of Theo playing his baby celloPERFECT FOR: Kids ages: 6, 7, and 8Grades: 1st and 2ndEarly/Transitional ReaderLexile Level 500LQuest for the Momma Violin is a wonderfully unique blend of storytelling, music appreciation, entrepreneurship, and math, perfect for both parents and teachers.~ BAM (business, arts, and math) storybook~ Featuring Theo, the young entrepreneur~ perfect for classroom & homeschool economics units~ creative SEL picture book~ character education for elementary students~ violin and cello books for children~ Common Core aligned classroom book5 Star Readers’ Favorite Book ReviewQuest for the Momma Violin by Kelley M Likes is an educational book for young children. A young boy named Theo and his mother are doing some window shopping, and one day they notice a new store about to open. His mother wishes for it to be a shoe store, whilst Theo hasn't a clue what it could be. When the new store finally opens, Theo is delighted to see that it sells musical instruments. Theo instantly falls in love with a cello and is excited at the thought of owning one, but unfortunately, it is too expensive. What will Theo do now? Will he finally achieve his dream of owning a cello of his own? Find out in this book.Kelley M Likes has created a wonderful book for children. The first page had me intrigued, and I got more and more eager to turn to the next. I just couldn't wait to see if Theo gets his very own cello. The writing has been kept simple to allow children to follow along with ease, and the illustrations by the incredible Mary Barrows are colorful and help bring the characters to life. Not only is this book fun to read, but it also has educational purposes. Children will learn the value of money, along with earning what they desire. I believe it will inspire children to come up with their own ideas to make money, or maybe they'll be more willing to do household chores. The possibilities are endless with Quest for the Momma Violin, and I encourage parents to pick up a copy for their child now. You won't be disappointed.Reviewed by Amy Louise Hill for Readers' FavoriteFree Lesson Plans & Storytime Videos at www.likespublishing.com Read more