Other editions of book John Denver's Ancient Rhymes: A Dolphin Lullaby

Here is a gentle way to share a birth with a child. John Denver's hauntingly beautiful song "Ancient Rhymes" is about the birth of a baby dolphin, and Christopher Canyon's luminous illustrations ― including a baby dolphin curled up with an umbilical cord and also a live birth ― convey a sense of mystery, awe, and anticipation of things to come. The baby soon tastes the air and learns of dolphin ways, much the same way as a human baby does. There's something magical and indescribable about it―a timeless and endearing lullaby.

Ancient Rhymes: A Dolphin Lullaby is a book following the lyrics of a love song by John Denver is a great teaching tool for young readers about a parent's love for their child, both human and animal.This love song by John Denver adapted as a picture book makes a great a baby gift, but it also will help set a calm sweet mood in a classroom. Sunny, colorful illustrations show families and animals from around the world as the song's lyrics express unconditional love. It's a wonderful teaching tool for young children of how parents-both human and non-human-love their children in very much the same way all over the world. A map in the back and a description of the animals shown will help spark discussion with your young ones. The song is one of the most beautiful John Denver ever wrote; the CD comes with the hardback edition.Backmatter includes:Music and lyrics to John Denver's song, "Ancient Rhymes: A Dolphin Lullaby."