About Mike Mulligan
 
Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel : Mike has a steam shovel named "Mary Ann". When steam shovels become obsolete, Mike refuses to give up his old friend and together they travel to find one last job.  Virginia Lee Burton’s classic American children's book, a childhood favorite for generations, is brought to life with beautiful new music for orchestra and Irish bagpipes. A tale of loyalty and friendship, perseverance and good ideas, this musical CD featuring the London Philharmonic Orchestra is the recipient of numerous awards including a Parents’ Choice Gold Award. After Peter and the Wolf, this is the next musical work all children should know.
 
More About Mike
 
CD & MP3 extras include a narrated biography of Virginia Lee Burton and the composer, Stephen Simon. The activity booklet included with the CD and MP3 contains biographies, sheet music, words to a sing-along song, information on featured instruments, games, and the original illustrations by Virginia Lee Burton. Also available is the free Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel curriculum guide with educational resources for teachers & homeschool parents.