Fall 2024

Graceful Guard

From the Series Let's Get Marching: Sections in a Band
  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 9
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

The performance of the color guard in the marching band is what makes the music come to life. This section of the band helps to bring excitement and visual effects to the marching band performance. Open up and read all about the graceful guard! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 9
Reading Level Grade 3
Age Range 8 - 14
Dewey 791
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level T
Subjects Arts, Music
Genres Hi-Lo, Nonfiction
Publisher Crabtree Publishing
Imprint Crabtree Branches
Copyright 2025
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 7 x 9
Graphics Full-color photographs
BISACS JNF036090, JNF036000, JNF061000
Rights Included WORLD
Language English

Brilliant Brass - Booklist

This entry in the Let’s Get Marching: Sections in a Band series (4 titles) is divided into two main parts: a general overview of being in a marching band and a breakdown of the brass section. The beginning and end of the book explore what a marching band is and what it does, from uniforms to performances, and mention the popularity of band camp among players. The middle introduces specific instruments in the brass section, from the trumpet to the sousaphone. Brief “Did You Know?” and “Fun Fact” features add details to the main text. With standard nonfiction elements (table of contents, index, etc.), online resources, and a guide for teachers and caregivers, both the format and the topic are well suited for educational settings.

Author: Kerri Mazzarella

Comprehension Questions
Educational front/back matter
Glossary of key words
Index
Note to parents and educators
Table of contents
Teaching guides
Full-color photographs