Stand Up and Sing!: Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice (+a #Giveaway!)
Today I am very excited to share and review (and giveaway!) Stand Up and Sing! Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice by Susanna Reich
Many of us have heard or musician Pete Seeger as a folk singer how made a name for himself in the late 1950s. He was someone who was born with music in his bones. During the Great Depression, Pete saw poverty and adversity that forever shaped his worldview. Instead of defeating him, it drove him to find a way to give back and make a difference in the world. Then it happened.
He received is first banjo. Through the plucking of the strings and singing folk songs young Pete discovered the power of music in bringing people together for a greater good. Using his gifts throughout his life he encouraged others to rally and rise up during trying times like the Vietnam War or cleaning up the Hudson River. He even met, and was influenced by, Dr. Martin Luther King.
Pete endured many hardships in his life including being blacklisted for being “unAmerican.” He always persevered, followed his heart and used his music to inspire and call attention to the injustices in the world.
Stand Up and Sing! Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice by Susanna Reich is a richly illustrated picture book that talks about beig brave, standing up for others and speaking the truth. For parents, there is a wonderful foreword in this book from Pete’s long-time friend, Pete Yarrow (The “Peter” in the singing group Peter, Paul and Mary).
About The Author
Inspired by the rhythms of American folk music, author Susanna Reich brings the life of Pete Seeger to a new generation in Stand Up and Sing! Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice.
This moving account of his life also celebrates his legacy and shows kids everywhere that no cause is too small and no obstacle is too large if you stand up and SING!
Something To Do
To “blow off steam” from a sometimes stressful life, Pete loved to sail. His passion for sailing, boats and Mother Earth is also what inspired him to protest and take action on the pitiful state of the Hudson River in the 1960s. To re-create a boat like the one Pete used to clean up the Hudson, my son and I loved the idea of recycle, reuse, re-purposed one. To create your own recycle boat, make a raid on the craft and recycling bin and see what kind of sea-worthy vessel you can create!
Create your own Cigar Box Banjo. Pete’s instrument of choice was a 5-string banjo so here’s how to create your own version at home! Parents Magazine has a super fun paper plate banjo craft just for kids! Get the full directions HERE.
GIVEAWAY Details!
ONE winner will receive a copy of Stand Up and Sing! Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice by Susanna Reich. Giveaway begins May 28, 2017
Prizing & samples courtesy of Authors of the above books
Giveaway open to US addresses only
ONE lucky winner will win one copy of Stand Up and Sing! Pete Seeger, Folk Music and the Path to Justice by Susanna Reich.
Residents of USA only please.
Must be 18 years or older to enter
One entry per household.
Staff and family members of Audrey Press are not eligible.
Grand Prize winner has 48 hours to claim prize
Winner will be chosen via Rafflecopter on June 18, 2017
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