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Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
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Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Lisa has been a music teacher for 15 years, a theater teacher for longer than that, and has recently rediscovered her love for writing. She is recently semi-retired and traveling around the world, looking for inspiration.
Her first book, "In All of Your Days Have you Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument?" is out now. Lisa will sell
Lisa has been a music teacher for 15 years, a theater teacher for longer than that, and has recently rediscovered her love for writing. She is recently semi-retired and traveling around the world, looking for inspiration.
Her first book, "In All of Your Days Have you Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument?" is out now. Lisa will sell books on Amazon, as well as Booklocker.com, her publisher, who will sell books online. In her blog, Lisa will also share articles on why reading and rhymes are important to early readers, as well as the importance of music education. Look for her first book, which is one of three in a series, on any major website that sells books. Her second book, the first of its series, is called "Gertrude the Cow Gets In Trouble Somehow" has just been released. Keep coming back to see what else she's working on. Book 2 for both series will be released in 2023!
Award-winning Book!
Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Lisa's first book has just won an award! She won first place in the music and arts category for the Purple Dragonfly Award.
Book synopsis:
Imagine animals playing instruments, described in a very rhythmic fashion. This fun-to-read book will help you learn about some animals or instruments you may have never heard of. The rhymes roll off
Lisa's first book has just won an award! She won first place in the music and arts category for the Purple Dragonfly Award.
Book synopsis:
Imagine animals playing instruments, described in a very rhythmic fashion. This fun-to-read book will help you learn about some animals or instruments you may have never heard of. The rhymes roll off your tongue as the rhythm of the melodic words tickle your ears. So, In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument? You will see many different animals in this book as you look for the hidden symbol on each two page spread. Enjoy the colorful art and pretend you can hear what songs the animals are playing.
-Teaches children about familiar and unfamiliar instruments.
-Teaches children about new and unusual animals as well as familiar ones.
-Builds vocabulary.
-Is an interactive book. Search for the hidden symbol on each two-page spread.
Lisa's Newest Book That She Also Illustrated!
Music Teacher by Profession, Author by Passion
Lisa's Newest Book That She Also Illustrated!
Can you remember when you were a kid, feeling scared because there was a noise you couldn't identify in the house?
Connor hears noises that make him think of certain things. For example, he hears a buzzing sound and thinks it's bees. Bees in the house? No way!
Play a guessing game with your child while reading this delightful rhyming book
Can you remember when you were a kid, feeling scared because there was a noise you couldn't identify in the house?
Connor hears noises that make him think of certain things. For example, he hears a buzzing sound and thinks it's bees. Bees in the house? No way!
Play a guessing game with your child while reading this delightful rhyming book, and see if you can identify the sound before Connor figures it out.
This interactive book will help young children discover that not all sounds are scary, and will encourage their developing imaginations.
-Teaches about sound identification.
-Can help with sound desensitization.
-Interactive book.
-Encourages children to explore their imagination.
-Helps children to not be scared of strange noises.
Editorial Reviews
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Lisa's Newest Book That She Also Illustrated!
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
"Lisa Baker’s second children’s book, Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow, is a heartwarming tale that takes the reader through a series of unfortunate events befalling Gertrude. We first see that Gertrude loves to play with friends, and “one of their favorite things to do as they gather, is to
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
"Lisa Baker’s second children’s book, Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow, is a heartwarming tale that takes the reader through a series of unfortunate events befalling Gertrude. We first see that Gertrude loves to play with friends, and “one of their favorite things to do as they gather, is to play hairstylist and pretend to wash their hair and lather.” She soon learns that cows can get a disease that effects their bangs—and of course this sends Gertrude into a tizzy throughout much of the book trying to stay ahead of the effects of this ailment. Illustrator Corinne Grant does a fabulous job of painting heartfelt images that show Gertrude and her friends working through their troubles and eventually overcoming them. There is a good lesson here for kids, especially in this digital age—talk to your parents or trusted adults about issues of concern first before making rash decisions. Gertrude the Cow Gets In Trouble Somehow...a great reminder that sometimes it’s necessary to follow your instincts and break from the herd."
In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument?
" If you were a fan of Raffi, particularly his song “Down by the Bay,” then you will love this book. Author Lisa Baker, and illustrator Joy Baik, have teamed up to create a classic story where whimsical illustrations bring the reader through delightful rhyming scenes of animals playing musical instruments. Children of all ages will appreciate In All of Your Days Have you Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument for the vivid colors and funny juxtapositions of creatures making music while being in, or close to, their natural habitat. This is the perfect book to help introduce kids to unique musical instruments, and perhaps even some interesting animals. After all, when was the last time “while making risotto, did you ever see a buffalo, sipping espresso while playing the zufolo?” A bonus feature is the glossary in the back, and if you are like us, it will help kick-start your own animal/musical adventures as you learn about the animals in the book! This is a truly joyous read—the kind of book that after reading sticks in the mind’s-eye of parents and children for a lifetime.
Award-winning Book!
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Lisa's first book has just won an award! She won first place in the music and arts category for the Purple Dragonfly Award.
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
Little Gertrude doesn't always understand what the adults are saying but she knows for certain she doesn't want to get this thing called "Bang's Disease." Find out what Gertrude and her friends do to protect themselves in this darling book about a little girl who lets fear take over. Purchase from Booklocker.com or Amazon.
Keep coming ba
Little Gertrude doesn't always understand what the adults are saying but she knows for certain she doesn't want to get this thing called "Bang's Disease." Find out what Gertrude and her friends do to protect themselves in this darling book about a little girl who lets fear take over. Purchase from Booklocker.com or Amazon.
Keep coming back to see what Gertrude is up to next!
-Social-emotional tool for teaching active listening.
-Teaches children about consequences for disobeying.
-Teaches children not to panic, but seek adult advice.
Author Visits
At the moment, while Lisa and her husband are traveling the world, she is only available for virtual author visits. If you'd like to pre-book your summer school author visit, or county fair read-aloud for the months of June and July, Lisa will be back in the US for a little while.
Lisa's New Book is Out!
Lisa's newest book that she wrote AND illustrated is now out! Order your copy at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other online retailers.