The Story Orchestra: Carnival of the Animals Book

A secret animal kingdom behind a bookcase - and Saint-Saëns' most joyful music playing right from the page.

When two brothers discover a magical world hidden behind their bookcase, they find themselves face to face with a royal lion, a lonely tortoise, lumbering elephants, a skeleton of dinosaur bones and a school of shimmering fish - all to the most vibrant, playful orchestral soundtrack imaginable.

Ten sound buttons let little ones press and hear real excerpts from Saint-Saëns' famous suite as the adventure unfolds, including the achingly beautiful Swan, the shimmering Aquarium, and the rattling bones of Fossils. A completely original story links the musical pieces together in a way that feels utterly natural - making this one of the most accessible and purely joyful titles in the entire Story Orchestra series.

Perfect for animal lovers, curious minds, and any child who has ever wondered what might be hiding behind the bookcase. At the back, a biography of Saint-Saëns, notes on the instruments and musical techniques, and a full glossary complete the experience - gently and joyfully, never like a lesson.

Part of the much-loved Story Orchestra series from Frances Lincoln Children's Books, each title as gorgeous and giftable as the last.

The perfect gift for: animal lovers, curious minds, budding music lovers, birthdays and Christmas.

Format: Hardback | Author & Illustrator: Jessica Courtney-Tickle | Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books | Published: 2020