(3) K-3 Illustrated by Paul Rogers. This "sonic adventure" chronicles the sounds of New Orleans as experienced by a young boy. From the squeak of his back door to the blare of his trumpet, the boy appreciates the noises of the people, vehicles, and musical instruments that make his city vibrant. Bold ink and digital illustrations reflect that liveliness; the infectious sounds make this a musical read-aloud treat.

Reviewer: Cynthia K. Ritter

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Paul Rogers. The song-lyrics-as-picture-book-text trend's latest victim is Dylan's 1974 ode to youthful ideals. The repetitive text just doesn't resonate without a melody. Redeeming the effort are Rogers's funky illustrations, which lovingly track a boy's journey toward becoming a Dylanesque, Greenwich Village musician-activist. Appended illustrator's notes identify the cameo appearances included in the drawings.

Reviewer: Nell Beram