Young Masters - The Friendship Seed (Young Masters)(2008 Parents Choice Award Winner)
It is lovely...and reminds me of The Little Prince. It's so important for children to hear sweet stories. --Kathleen Dunne, International Artist, GrandmotherGrammy Award winner, Bunny Hull has released a terrific series of books with CDs called Young Masters The Little Wisdom Series. Each book follows the musings of best friends Butaan and Phylos as they share and learn life lessons through story and song. The books are well-written by Hull, illustrated whimsically by Kye Fleming and superbly read by actress Elayn J. Taylor. The Hidden Treasures message is the importance of giving and being thankful, The Magic Eye reveals the joy and wonder of the imagination, and The Friendship Seed discusses friends and how friendships grow and blossom. Each book is accompanied by a CD with exceptional songs that support the storys message and the performed story with music and page turns. Hulls world music songwriting prowess is in full-swing on the 17-song Secrets of the Heart CD a positive and uplifting celebration of love, connection and the world around us. The performances are tip-top, the production is stellar and the messages are timeless. Nicely done! --John Wood, kidzmusic.comYoung Masters The Little Wisdom Series, Bunny Hull & Friends, Dream A World, 2007; CD & Books $13.95 each. Bunny Hull has created a very important work for children, and for parents and educators looking to involve children with inner exploration and self-discovery. In a world where frenzy, noise and the storming of the senses have been too much the rule, Hull s Young Masters Little Wisdom Series brings thoughtfulness, peace and loving friendship to the celebration of childhood. With a little help from her friends, including illustrator Kye Fleming, actress Elayn J. Taylor, flutist Diane Hsu, and a cast of talented musicians and singers, Hull creates a way for even the youngest child to discover the true treasures of life. Each 28-page picture book/early reader comes to life with beautifully scored text keyed to pages on each accompanying CD and is skillfully bolstered with Hull s Grammy award winning songwriting. This Little Wisdom book series is indeed chocked full of valuable wisdom for kids...and a godsend to anyone interested in evolving an aware child. --Arthur Vergara Editor, Life and Teachings of the Masters of the Far East