A Note for Children

Written and illustrated

by Linda Hannah Young

Take a musical journey to the whimsical land of Treble Clef, where every note has a personality and a story to tell.

Presented as a friendly letter from a traveller, A Note for Children introduces young learners to Mr Crotchet, who always walks; Ms Minim only ever slides and she is worth two beats; and the lively Quavers, who hold hands and “run, run, run!” Meet silent Jiff, the crotchet rest who has lost his bark, and kindly Mr Semibreve—just call him “Grand-pa-pa-pa”.

Through colourful illustrations, storytelling and original songs, children explore rhythm, note values and rests, building a foundation for reading music. Parents and teachers can bring the characters to life through singing, movement and simple percussion, with further musical words and symbols for curious learners to discover.

Two accompanying CDs support the musical adventures: one featuring the songs, and another providing backing tracks for teachers.

A Note for Children – Book and Songs CD

Sing, move and learn with the characters of Treble Clef!

Written and performed by Linda Hannah Young, these original songs bring A Note for Children to life. Meet Mr Crotchet, Ms Minim, Grandpa-pa-pa and the lively quavers through melodies that help children explore rhythm and remember musical note values.

Enjoy the songs at home or use them alongside the book for singing, movement and musical activities in the classroom.

This is the Song Edition CD, featuring Linda’s vocals.

The separate Teacher’s Edition contains additional melody and backing tracks.

Songs include:

– Mr Crotchet’s Song

– Ms Minim’s Song

– Grandpa-pa-pa’s Song

– Mr & Mrs Quaver’s Song

– Clean Mr Crotchet’s Song

– Clean Ms Minim’s Song

Teacher’s All-in-One Package

Bring the land of Treble Clef into your classroom with stories, songs and practical activities that introduce children to rhythm, note values and rests.
Created by music educator Linda Hannah Young, this package provides material for a whole term of musical exploration.

Your package includes:

Five copies of A Note for Children — the illustrated storybook where musical notes become memorable characters.

Song Edition CD — original songs written and performed by Linda, for children to sing and move along with.

Teacher’s Edition CD — 28 tracks, including vocal, melody and backing tracks, so children can sing with Linda or use their own voices.

Teacher’s Work Plan & Activity Book — over 120 pages containing 11 units of work, song words and guitar chords, photocopiable student activities, and musical notes and symbols for classroom displays.

*Please note:

The Teacher’s Work Plan & Activity Book is supplied digitally. Your access link or code will be emailed to the address used at checkout. The five storybooks and two CDs will be posted separately.