The Story Orchestra Planets

Travel through an imagined journey inspired by the planets, with sound buttons introducing extracts from Holst's orchestral suite. The illustrations and unfolding scenes give each musical character a visual world to explore, helping children notice contrasts of mood, energy and pace. This Story Orchestra book offers an inviting first encounter with a major classical work, connecting musical listening with the curiosity and imaginative possibilities of space.

Age suitability and learning: Preschool (3-5), Primary (6-8). The combination of story, illustration and music suits shared reading and children beginning to listen more closely to composed music. Following events supports comprehension and vocabulary; noticing how the musical passages relate to the scenes encourages attentive listening, imagination and awareness of mood.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.