View the Product: Grandma's Feather Bed, Series: Hal Leonard Choral, Voicing: SAB, Contributors: John DenverJim ConnorMac Huff Although he died in 1997, we are pleased to bring his timeless lyrics to the next generation. Accolades for Grandma's Feather Bed:Benjamin Franklin Gold AwardiParenting Media AwardMoonbeam Children's Book Award (Bronze: Book with Music)Mom's Choice Award. I think kids will find this funny. John Denver's love for nature, his hope and belief in the future, and his brilliance of expression inspired so many people toward "higher ground." Start by marking “Grandma's Feather Bed (John Denver Series)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. It reminded me a lot of my family at my grandmother's house...I really enjoyed the illustrations that were in this book. John Denver, born Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr., was an American folk singer-songwriter and folk rock musician who was one of the most popular artists of the 1970s. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. It's beautifully illustrated, very colorful, and a true child pleaser. - and turn the pages to follow along. Please try again. I love that in the back of the book it tells the story behind the song, GRANDMA'S FEATHER BED which was written by Jim Connor and "adopted" by John Denver. Détails. Got this for my grand kids when they come to stay. The illustrations in this book are so cute and funny. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. It is all about the cousins, the chicken pie, four hound dogs and a piggy, but as the song says, the best darn thing about Grandmas house was her great big feather bed. Pa would talk about the farm and the war. I wanted to surprise him with the download of the song and then found the book! Especially if you listen along with Denver - the hardback edition comes with a CD - kids will say, play it again! There was a sense of happiness, chaos, love, comfort, and family. The pictures in this one are silly and adventurous - to go along with the classic song. This book brings to life John Denver's song, Grandma's Feather Bed. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Amazon wants more words to review. An animated version of John Denver's classic song. In the back of the book is this song with the music. Bright primitive art inspired illustrations in the picture book make this perfect for reading and singalong for children of all ages. Size 9x12 inches. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Granted the cd recording is not as spontaneous and joyful as the live version recorded on the Live At Sydney Opera House version, but it still fulfills its purpose as a story song that encourages audience participation. I didn't like Canyon's illustrations in this book as much as I liked his illustrations in, I really enjoyed this picture book. Please try your request again later. As I'm recovered and catching up on reviews, I'm devoting my "past weekend" posts to a series of books by Christopher Canyon. "Upbeat, funny and irresistibly singable," the song Grandma's Feather Bed was made famous by John Denver and now made "doubly memorable" by Christopher Canyon's delightful illustrations. C F C It was nine feet high and six feet wide, soft as a downy chick C It was made from the feathers of forty-eleven geese, He was pretty good too! Includes a signed note inside the cover by the author. But the best darn thing about Grandma's house was her great big feather bed. I grew up listening to John Denver records. Something went wrong. As Vince Gill said, It just makes sense - John Denver and kids! This book's illustrations were busy, warm, and buggy. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc . John Denver's Grandma's Feather Bed is a softcover children's picturebook based on the famous song written by Jim Connor and "adopted" by popular musician John Denver. I read it to our other older grandson (aged 6) and he loved it so much I had to buy another copy. Love the illustrations to a favorite song! Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. It brought back wonderful memories of our own childhood and growing up with his music. Had a Little Rooster (First Steps in Music series). Upbeat, funny and irresistibly singable, this song was made famous by John Denver and now made doubly memorable by delightful illustrations by Christopher Canyon, as the award from Moms Choice said. 104 pages. 619.6K. So many wonderful things going on in this story! They are crazy and engaging and there is also a repeating phrase about grandma's bed that is always fun to follow. The Ballad of Spiro Agnew #5. After the supper we’d sit around the fire. Yes, Best Western Grandma's Feather Bed does have fully refundable rooms available to book on our site, which can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in. Does this book contain inappropriate content? When I'm Sixty-Four #9. Dex (4 y.o.) There are no discussion topics on this book yet. The latest book in a series based on the songs of John Denver, Grandma's Feather Bed is one of the best. Oh the nostaligia! Book and online audio. I love this song and I love the pictures they have put with it. What fun. First I played the song and we did some fun country moves around the circle. Heck, I love it! I think it would be neat to get Christopher Canyon to come visit our library for a program. I loved this book. This might be a great book to use in a classroom just for fun or relaxation, but also could be use to show rhyming. EVERY grade level loved this to pieces. I have purchased it for my music classroom and given it as a gift to several of my grand nephews. I grew up singing John Denver songs, and even in the 70’s this was a favorite of mine. Iloved thids book because it a cute story!!!! It reminded me a lot of my family at my grandmother's house...I really enjoyed the illustrations that were in this book. Always a fan of John Denver and still mourning his loss, we were delighted to find out he had made a children's collection. Bright Bold colors. I'm behind on my project due to a losing battle with the flu! The pictures in this one are silly and adventurous - to go along with the classic song. have a great time trying to find the narrator and the "piggy we stole from the shed" in the pages. This book's illustrations were busy, warm, and buggy. Homemade butter on the bread. It was a HIT! But throughout the storybook each page has a few lines of the song along with fun and crazy illustrations. I want more of this series. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The first time I ever heard this song was on the Muppet Show, so I have visions of Muppets dancing in my head whenever I hear it. Love that a long time favorite song has been made into a book. I thought this book was really cute and perfect for elementary students. I'm behind on my project due to a losing battle with the flu! The song takes on a more vibrant personality through these drawings, and I like it a lot. I loved the illustrations they were different but cool. Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2020. Yellow Cat #11 (You Dun Stomped) My Heart #12. Especially if you listen along with Denver - the hardback edition comes with a CD - kids will say, play it again! The perfect gift for a grandchild, picture book for John Denver fans, and your kindergarten or preschool music classroom, Grandma's Feather Bed is a brightly illustrated, colorful kids book adaptation of John Denver's heartwarming song. Then used some scarves to pretend they were the feathers in Grandma's bed while I read the story. I think this would be a great song to play on the piano and let the kids sing, because the CD is way fast. Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Juneau. Each cabin comes with its own dock, perfect for fishing, but also great for sunning or taking a swim. One of John Denver's most popular songs brings back favorite childhood memories. Learn all about the cousins, the chicken pie, four hound dogs and a piggy, but "the best darn thing about Grandma's house was her great big feather bed." Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2013. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions. John Denver’s Grandma’s Feather Bed is a softcover children’s picture book based on the famous song by Jim Connor and “adopted” by popular musician John Denver. First, I love John Denver and I loved that this book is just the illustrated version of the song John Denver recorded. Abashedly, I will admit to enjoying his music, even now. Denver first heard Connor playing the song in 1968. Oh my goodness! (I have it). Please try again. This might be a great book to use in a classroom just for fun or relaxation, but also could be use to show rhyming. Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2018. He is going to LOVE IT!-Ginjah "Gramma" Each of the books has a nice CD containing the song, included. The illustrations are really cute. The hardcover book comes … Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 17, 2012. And don’t forget about the best darn thing about grandma’s house: her great big feather bed… Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. I have it reserved for my friends collection (as her baby shower gift)... should be awesome if it's anything like the first 3. Christopher Canyon lives in Columbus, OH, and visited our school a couple of years ago. Daughter loves it. And Granny’d sing a ballad or two. We enjoyed sharing this with our girls. I read all these reviews last week and figured I'd give It a shot in my K-6 music classes. I really enjoyed this picture book. Why don't more libraries carry this in their media collections? Huge and soft, the perfect place to play ... and before you know it ... sleep. SO glad I got this. Détails. Reviewed in the Netherlands on March 7, 2021, My mother is a huge John denverfan and she loved it. This was part of her Kindermusik curriculum and she even remembered how it was presented in class, with just 1 reading. Pet Policy for Best Western Grandma's Feather Bed If you are thinking of bringing your pet and want to know if pets are allowed at Best Western Grandma's Feather Bed, please read the hotel pet policy. The artwork is fantastic! September 1st 2007 When Mr. Canyon visited our school, not only did he demonstrate and explain how the illustrations are completed, but he also performed the songs for our students. Popular attractions Mendenhall Glacier and Mendenhall Golf Course are located nearby. It had me smiling from start to finish. I looked this book up because the Buckeye Book Fair is coming to Wooster, Ohio soon and I say that Christopher Canyon, the illustrator to this book will be there. He has taken John Denver songs, and turned them into lively picture books for children. I particularly like to listen to the song along with the book. The Best of George Strait Piano, Voix et Guitare [Partition] Hal Leonard. Earlier this year, at the age of 5, I taught him the words to Grandma's Feather Bed. This is the fourth in Dawn Publications' highly acclaimed John Denver & Kids picture book series, adapted and illustrated by award-winning artist Christopher Canyon. Not for me, no, but I’m not a John Denver fan or a fan of country living. Exuberantly illustrated by Christopher Canyon, John Denver’s Grandma’s Feather Bed” brings a classic ditty about family fun and togetherness to life. Get this from a library! After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Circus #6. The illustrations in this book are so perfect! Includes the CD so the kids who never heard of John Denver can listen, and maybe learn the song. He recorded and released some 300 songs, about half of which he had composed, and was named Poet Laureate of Colorado in 1977. Grandma's serves a variety of home style meals ranging from fresh seafood to steaks to your favorite Mexican, … It had me smiling from start to finish. My 3 year old granddaughter giggled as I read this to her. The story cracked me up, especially with the extremely tall feathered bed, and at the end where the boy said that he would rather have his grandmother's bed instead of the girl who was his grandma's neighbor. Comes with a complimentary CD for your listening pleasure. Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2007. I absolutely love this song; John Denver is classic, and I grew up listening to his music. So fun! He has taken John Denver songs, and turned them into lively picture books for children. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. [Christopher Canyon; John Denver; Jim Connor] -- A picture book adaptation of the song written by Jim Connor, and made popular by John Denver, which celebrates the fun of visiting grandmother's house. The lyrics of the song tell the story, and with all of these, the music can be found in the back. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Turn the pages and you might just start singing about cousins, chicken pie, four hound dogs and a piggy. I look forward to others in the series! This is an interesting idea. The original song by John Denver is already good and this book just adds a lot of fun to it. The pictures are very good and really help to picture the song better. I created this with the help of my two children (ages 8 and 10). !I also like the song that goes to it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I do not own this music or lyrics, illustrations. I happened to come across it while looking at Epic with my five-year old and was thrilled — one of my favorite sings from way back when I was a kid, here lovingly illustrated and delightfully put together. The Love of the Common People #2. Backmatter includes: background on John Denver and the writing of Grandma's Feather Bed, including how it was inspired by Jim Connor's memories of his grandmother, and information on the illustrator, Christopher Canyon. 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