Books Based on Your Favourite Songs

It was to our surprise how many of our favourite songs had been turned into beautifully illustrated children's books. It was hard to choose just a few! We think you will have trouble not singing along to most of these amazing books based on these popular songs.

Here’s why:

Every Little Thing
adapted by Cedella Marley
illustrated Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Based on the song “Three Little Birds” by Bob Marley this adorable book reminds you that everything will be okay and it is okay to have a bad day! We could all sometimes be reminded of this sweet message.

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Octopus’s Garden
by Ringo Starr
illustrated by Ben Cort

This favourite Beatles song takes you on an underwater adventure through an octopus’s garden. You will be singing along as soon as you open this colourful book. A must-have for any lover of The Beatles.

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Love Me Tender
by Elvis Presley
illustrated by Stephanie Graegin

Any Elvis fans out there? You’ll want this one! Between the sweet illustrations, the perfect message, and the classic melody, Love Me Tender is a modern nursery staple!

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Happy
by Pharrell Williams

This pop song became an instant hit for both the young and the old. The pages are filled with fun and different visuals. The words are all there, so no excuse not to sing along. We see a bedtime dance party in the near future. Also, sorry if it is now stuck on repeat in your head.

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Forever Young
by Bob Dylan
illustrated by Paul Rogers

A sweet interpretation of the lyrics of Forever Young with a very personal touch to Bob Dylan’s life and major historical events.

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Imagine
by John Lennon
illustrated by Jean Jullien

The illustrations in this book are some of the most peaceful and stunning visuals we have ever seen. A fantastic book inspired by a fantastic song. Imagine is a must-have for every child’s bookshelf.

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Footloose
by Kenny Loggins
illustrated by Tim Bowers

Hilarious zoo animals with upbeat personalities take you on a dance party to the tune of Kenny Loggin’s Footloose.

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What are some of your favourite books based on songs?
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