Song of Robin Hood facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Anne Malcolmson |
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| Illustrator | Virginia Lee Burton |
| Publisher | Houghton |
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Publication date
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1947 |
| Pages | unpaged |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor |
Song of Robin Hood is a special book from 1947. It was put together by Anne Malcolmson. The music for the songs was arranged by Grace Castagnetta. The beautiful pictures were drawn by Virginia Lee Burton. This book brings together 18 old songs, called ballads, all about the famous hero Robin Hood. It even won an award called a Caldecott Honor in 1948 for its amazing illustrations.
Contents
Discovering the Story of Robin Hood
Song of Robin Hood is a unique picture book. It combines stories, songs, and art. The book helps young readers learn about the legendary character of Robin Hood. It shares his adventures through traditional songs.
What is This Book About?
This book is a collection of 18 ballads. Ballads are like old songs that tell a story. All the songs in this book are about Robin Hood. He is a legendary hero from English folklore. Robin Hood is known for stealing from the rich. He then gives to the poor. He lives in Sherwood Forest with his band of Merry Men.
The book includes the words to these old songs. It also has musical notes. This means you can sing the songs yourself. The stories in the songs tell about Robin Hood's adventures. They show his bravery and kindness.
Who Made This Book?
Several talented people worked on Song of Robin Hood. Anne Malcolmson compiled the book. This means she gathered all the different Robin Hood ballads. She chose the best ones for the book.
Grace Castagnetta arranged the music. She made sure the old songs had musical notes. This way, people could play and sing them. Her work helped bring the ballads to life.
The illustrations were created by Virginia Lee Burton. She was a famous artist. Her drawings in the book are very detailed. They help readers imagine Robin Hood's world. Her art made the book truly special.
Why is This Book Special?
Song of Robin Hood is known for its beautiful artwork. Virginia Lee Burton's illustrations are a big part of the book's charm. Her pictures are unique and artistic. They help tell the stories of Robin Hood.
The book received a Caldecott Honor in 1948. This is a very important award. It recognizes the best illustrations in American children's books. Winning this honor shows how amazing Burton's artwork was. The book is still loved today for its blend of history, music, and art.
