This Land Is Your Land

This picture book brings Woody Guthrie's beloved folk song, "This Land Is Your Land," to life with stunning, detailed illustrations by Kathy Jakobsen. It invites families on a visual journey across America's varied landscapes, from redwood forests to city streets, highlighting the country's natural beauty and the diversity of its people. The book includes the complete song lyrics, musical notation, a biographical scrapbook about Guthrie, and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, making it an excellent resource for exploring American history, geography, and civic values. While presented as a celebratory song, its historical context as a response to "God Bless America" and its underlying themes of social justice offer opportunities for deeper discussion with older children.

An illustrated version of the classic Woody Guthrie folk song, perfect for family singalongs! Woody Guthrie's "This Land Is Your Land" is one of the best-loved folk songs in America, inspiring activism and patriotism for all. This classic ballad is now brought to life in a richly illustrated edition for the whole family to share. Kathy Jakobsen's dazzlingly detailed paintings invite readers on a journey across the country, creating an unforgettable portrait of our diverse land and the people who live it. Includes the complete lyrics and musical notation, a biographical scrapbook, and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories.