Marilena Perilli – illustratör

Discover the magic behind the scenes!Oscar dreams of being in the spotlight, but when the lead role in the school play goes to someone else, he finds himself in an unexpected role—stage manager. Disappointed and unsure, Oscar wonders: can you still be a star if no one sees you? With encouragement from family and friends, Oscar learns about all the amazing people who shine from behind the scenes—like vice presidents, nurses, and even drummers. As Oscar works to keep things going backstage, he realizes that being backstage doesn’t mean being invisible. It means being indispensable. Why kids will love Bravo for Backstage!:Uniquely pairs an online musical performance kit with an illustrated story Engaging storytelling features an uplifting lesson on handling disappointment and recognizing the value of every role Celebrates teamwork and the behind-the-scenes heroes who make the magic happen   When the curtains close and the audience cheers, Oscar finally understands: stars don’t just shine in the spotlight—they shine where they’re needed most. The Mini-Musical Tales from Bird Mountain School picture book series seamlessly blends literature and the performing arts, offering an immersive storytelling experience. Each book provides online access to a script and original song recordings, allowing readers to bring the story to life as a mini musical—just like the characters in the book. This innovative series fosters creativity, imagination, and a love for the arts, making storytelling a truly interactive adventure.

An egg-citing tale of teamwork!Oh no! Lady Cluckery has run away! The students in Dr. Preston’s class know they need to find her—before the bell rings to dismiss them for the weekend. They’ll have to split up if they want to find mama chicken and care for her eggs until they hatch. Working together, they find Lady Cluckery in the costume closet, of all places.Why kids will love Chicken PredicamentUniquely pairs an online musical performance kit with an illustrated storyEngaging storytelling features characters with creative problem-solving skillsEncourages teamwork to tackle big challenges Thanks to these “plucky” students, Lady Cluckery returns, just in time for the arrival of Hatch, Chirp, and Peep.A 2026 KIDS FAVORITE & TEACHER FAVORITE!The Mini-Musical Tales from Bird Mountain School picture series seamlessly blends literature and the performing arts, offering an immersive storytelling experience. Each book provides online access to a script and original song recordings, allowing readers to bring the story to life as a mini musical—just like the characters in the book. This innovative series fosters creativity, imagination, and a love for the arts, making storytelling a truly interactive adventure.