Swapping Song

A playful adaptation of a classic folksong about trading and swapping!

The Swapping Song brings to life a beloved children's song, imagining a world where friends trade toys and discover the value of sharing. Adapted by John M. Feierabend and illustrated by Gabriella Geida, this captivating picture encourages young readers to sing along and learn about cultural heritage.

Join the fun as each swap leads to a humorous outcome, inspired by British nursery rhymes and German folklore. Perfect for early childhood music education, this includes a free MP3 download and is part of the First Steps in Music series. Ideal for children who love animals, silly stories, and cumulative tales!

John M. Feierabend, PhD, has spent decades compiling songs and rhymes from the memories of the American people in hopes that these treasures will be preserved for future generations. He is a leading authority on child development in music and movement and served as Professor and Chair of the Music Education Department of the Hartt School of the University of Hartford. Gabriella Geida graduated summa cum laude with honors from the University of Hartford. She double majored in illustration and graphic design with a minor in art history. She currently resides in the small town of Colchester, Connecticut, where when she isn’t doing art, she enjoys reading, appreciating cinema, doing yoga, and all things outdoors. The animals in her book were inspired by the ones on the farm where she works.