A delightfully picturesque musical for all seasons, based on the the picture book 'Tattybogle' by Sandra Horn, which features a lovable scarecrow.  Ideal for KS1 and/or lower KS2.  Includes simple choreography.

Tattybogle the scarecrow has a head full of straw and cheerful thoughts. The rain is his music, the birds and animals his friends and the wind is his dancing partner. Nothing gets him down; he loves everything – even the crows!  Then one day the Autumn wind is so strong that Tattybogle is blown to pieces. All that is left of him is an old stick, but he never loses hope.  His optimistic approach to life is rewarded, as Spring brings him a glorious new start: Tattybogle's stick takes root and and he becomes a tree!

Reviews of Sandra Horn's picture book (which you can order below)  
    'Beautiful' - Daily Telegraph

    'A gentle story of hope and renewal' - Daily Mirror

    'Excellent for reading aloud' - Evening Standard

Author: Ruth Kenward

Age guide: 5 to 8

Running time: 30 mins - perf. licence required

No. of songs: 7 + 2 dances

Suggested cast size: 30 to 60+

(7 speaking parts for individuals, 8 speaking parts for small groups, plus several easy lines for the whole chorus)

"It's a great story, the children loved it. The show's many groups make it ideal for high participation performances. I have used Starshine Music materials with great success before and I would recommend 'Tattybogle' to any school."    Jeanette Verster ~ Performing Arts Teacher, New Zealand