"River Rose and the Magical Lullaby" is a children's book written by country music singer Kelly Clarkson. It was first published in 2016 and illustrated by Laura Hughes. The book tells the story of River Rose, a young girl who embarks on a magical adventure with her stuffed animal toy, Joplin, after falling asleep listening to her mother's lullaby. The story begins with River Rose feeling restless and unable to fall asleep. Her mother comes to her rescue and sings a beautiful lullaby that transports River Rose into a dream-like world filled with excitement and wonder. As she drifts into sleep, she wakes up aboard a big, red boat with a captain and his crew, sailing down the winding river.
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The original Idol, Grammy Award-winning singing sensation Kelly Clarkson, makes her picture book debut with this enchanting story inspired by her own daughter, River Rose. Although they ve yet to enter double digits, Kelly Clarkson s children, River Rose and Remington Alexander, have already enjoyed some time in the spotlight.
As she drifts into sleep, she wakes up aboard a big, red boat with a captain and his crew, sailing down the winding river. The journey takes River Rose to cities like New Orleans, Nashville, and New York City, where she encounters various famous landmarks and experiences unique adventures. From dancing with jazz musicians in New Orleans to riding elephants in Nashville, River Rose's imagination knows no bounds.
River Rose and the Magical Lullaby
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With each location, River Rose confronts a small challenge and finds a solution by using her creativity and bravery. Throughout her journey, River Rose's stuffed animal toy, Joplin, comes to life and joins her in the adventure. Together, they marvel at the sights and sounds of each city while enjoying the company of friendly animals and people they meet along the way. As the story progresses, River Rose learns the power of imagination, friendship, and following her dreams. The book is filled with vibrant and captivating illustrations that bring the story to life, allowing young readers to dive into River Rose's imagination and explore the world alongside her. Kelly Clarkson's heartfelt storytelling creates a charming and engaging narrative that captures the hearts of both children and adults alike. "River Rose and the Magical Lullaby" is a delightful book that encourages children to embrace their imagination, explore the world around them, and believe in the magic of dreams. It is a perfect bedtime story that will leave readers feeling inspired and ready to embark on their own magical adventures..
Reviews for "The Joy of Reading Aloud 'River Rose and the Magical Lullaby' with Your Child"
1. Emily - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "River Rose and the Magical Lullaby." Although I am a fan of Kelly Clarkson's music, I felt like the story was lacking depth and substance. The concept of a magical lullaby could have been interesting, but it wasn't explored enough. Additionally, I found the illustrations to be underwhelming and the writing style to be too simplistic. Overall, the book didn't engage me or my children, and I wouldn't recommend it.
2. John - 3 stars - I was hoping for more from "River Rose and the Magical Lullaby." While the idea of a young girl going on a magical adventure was appealing, the execution fell flat. The story felt rushed and the character development was lacking. The illustrations were colorful but didn't bring anything unique to the book. It just didn't capture my attention or make me want to re-read it with my kids.
3. Sarah - 2.5 stars - As a fan of Kelly Clarkson, I had high hopes for "River Rose and the Magical Lullaby." Unfortunately, I found the book to be uninspiring. The plot was predictable, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The illustrations were cute, but they couldn't make up for the lackluster story. Overall, it did not meet my expectations, and I wouldn't recommend it to others.