Mike Mulligan - CD

Sale! Was $17.98, now only $6.98!Mike has a steam shovel named Mary Anne. When steam shovels become obsolete, Mike refuses to give up his old friend and together they travel to find one last job. Virginia Lee Burton’s classic American children's book, a childhood favorite for generations, is brought to life with beautiful new music for orchestra and Irish bagpipes. A tale of loyalty and friendship, perseverance and good ideas, this musical CD featuring the London Philharmonic Orchestra is the recipient of numerous awards including a Parents’ Choice Gold Award. After Peter and the Wolf, this is the next musical work all children should know. Recommended for ages 5+ and families.CD includes a narrated biography of Virginia Lee Burton and the composer, Stephen Simon. The activity booklet included with the CD contains biographies, sheet music, words to a sing-along song, information on featured instruments, games, and the original illustrations by Virginia Lee Burton. Playing time approximately 50 minutes.