Best Beginning Guitar Book for Kids

What is this book?
Best Beginning Guitar Book for Kids is a friendly, confidence-building introduction to guitar created especially for young beginners. The book is designed to make early lessons simple, engaging, and frustration-free so children can start playing chords and melodies right away.

Who is it for?
This book is ideal for first-year guitar students in grades K–5. The pacing, notation, illustrations, and step-by-step layout work equally well for home practice, private lessons, general music classes, and after-school programs.

What makes it easier for kids to learn guitar?
Children learn best when material is clear and manageable. This book includes:
Extra-large music notation
Letter names inside the note heads
Simplified arrangements
Limited material per page
Chords, lyrics, and single-note melodies
Child-centered illustrations and coloring pages
These features help young players stay motivated and build confidence as they progress.

What music and activities are included?
Students explore a wide selection of classic, time-tested songs suitable for small hands. Music gradually increases in difficulty so children experience steady success. The book also includes:
Coloring pages
Chord diagrams
Simple exercises for right-hand and left-hand technique

Are there videos to help my child learn?
Yes. The companion YouTube video series provides a teacher right at home, offering:
Beautiful, professionally produced 4K video lessons
Live playing demonstrations of every song
Clear explanations from Mr. Alex, a teacher kids love
Helpful graphics and animation to keep young learners engaged
These videos allow students to learn at their own pace with demonstrations they can watch again and again.

What’s inside the book?
Extra-large notation
Simplified arrangements
Letter names inside the note heads
Limited material per page
Chords, lyrics, and notes
Easy-to-read sheet music
Child-centered illustrations
Original coloring pages
A large collection of classic beginner songs

Skills your child will learn
Reading notes on the staff
Understanding chord symbols
Strumming and single-note playing
Basic rhythms and counting
Proper guitar posture and hand technique
Early music theory concepts
Creativity and musical expression
Appreciation for playing and performing

How can this book be used?
This method works beautifully on its own or as a supplement to any guitar curriculum. Teachers from all approaches will find material that integrates easily into lessons, while parents can use it confidently—no musical background required.

About the author
The book is written by Larry Newman, founder of Children’s Music Workshop and Music Fun Books, and author of more than 400 books and arrangements for guitar, ukulele, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. His materials are used nationwide in elementary and middle school programs.

Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.