CHILDREN | ABC ZOO | ÖBLINGS | FIREFLIES
BUG BOOK | BUONVENTO | SINGING | MATH
The stage is set—it’s time for the big singing competition! One by one, singers take the spotlight: young and old, shy beginners and seasoned pros, quirky characters full of charm and joy. Who will win the jury’s heart?
A whimsical board book for little ones (ages 2–5), La gara di canto (The Singing Contest) is a playful celebration of music, diversity, and self-expression. Each character is brought to life through simple, flat illustrations with big-headed figures caught mid-song—paired with playful lines like “Frankie Frastuono canta convinto, però fuori tono.” (“Frankie Frastuono sings with passion, but out of tune.”) Each one features a funny rhyme—short, catchy, and full of rhythm.
The book will be published by Minibombo in early 2026.
Astrid Alcante lets out a deafening scream. / Antonio Novocale sings with a nasal voice.
Shoshana Keklasse sings the low notes. / Frankie Frastuono sings with passion, but out of tune.
Yannick Kestretto performs in falsetto. / Winnie Wapalma sings with a calm voice.
Canta tutte le scale, proprio così: / Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Si!
Signore e signori, che magnifico assolo, / è inconfondibile il grande Usignolo!
He does trills, vocal runs, and virtuosic solfeggi… / From the belly, from the chest—what perfect style! He sings all the scales, just like this: Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Si!
Ladies and gentlemen, what a magnificent solo—the great Usignolo is unmistakable!