Use as the unit is introduced. Be sure to have the children identify rhythm, repetition of words, rhyme, word play, onomatopoeia, and expressive scripts. Ensure that they understand that the piece is nonfiction because it introduces a real musician and his musical style.
Charlie Parker Played Be Bop by 
A House Is a House for Me by 
Listen to the Rain by 
The Magic Paintbrush by 
Water Dance by