The Carnival of the Animals ~ Book & CD

The animals are having a carnival and guess who’s invited? There are the majestic lions, the braying mules, the dancing elephant, and the bouncy kangaroos. The composer, Camille Saint-Saens, carefully selected the instruments to represent each of the animals in this classic piece. The accessible picture book format allows children to follow along while listening to the CD.

The book and music work well together. Saint-Saens’ evocative melodies are paired with whimsical illustrations and simple text to create an ideal introduction to the world of classical music. Full-length CD contains the entire score (14 selections, 23 minutes). Hardcover, 45 pages. CD tracks listed below.