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Little Melba and Her Big Trombone

by Frank Morrison

Picture book · ages 4–8 · grades K–3 · 500L · 2024

Why we'd hand it over

Frank Morrison's illustrations are luminous, and the real-life story of Melba Dorsey (the first female jazz trombonist) feels urgent and joyful—a book that makes kids want to pick up an instrument or fight for what they love.

Where to get it

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Little Melba and Her Big Trombone by Frank Morrison (ages 4–8) — ChapterScout