Music-Themed Book Videos: "Acoustic Rooster" by Kwame Alexander
1. This musical story is about: When a jazz-loving rooster sets his sights on winning a barnyard talent show, he realizes he can't do it as a solo act. He's up against the talents of Mules Davis's cool duo and Ella Finchgerald's singing group. Acoustic Rooster calls on friends like pianist Duck Ellington, singer Bee Holiday, and percussionist piggy Pepe Ernesto Cruz. Together, the foursome makes beautiful music as they rock the barnyard! 2. Students get active! To listen and watch the Musical Book presentation....click on the picture of the book cover to the left. This story has characters whose names are "similar" to real-life Jazz musicians! Can you find out the names of the "real" Jazz musicians who almost match the character names? 1. Here are the "character" names...find the "real" names: 1. Thelonious Monkey 2. Mules Davis 3. Ella Finchgerald 4. Duck Ellington 5. Bee Holiday 6. Pepe Ernesto Cruz |
3. Show me YOUR "Acoustic Rooster's real Jazz musician's" list
Click on the Acoustic Rooster button below to share your list of real Jazz musicians!
I can't wait to see your list! -Mrs. Voigt
Click on the Acoustic Rooster button below to share your list of real Jazz musicians!
I can't wait to see your list! -Mrs. Voigt