Woodstock, the music festival that was said to define a generation, celebrated its 40th anniversary over the weekend. The music festival that took place at a farm in Upstate New York made music history when it brought together rock legends for three days of peace, love and music. Forty years after Woodstock many of the original attendees still reminisce, but now, they share their stories with their kids…and for some, their kids’ kids.
But beyond experiencing Woodstock in person 40 years ago, what better way to share the monumental event with other generations that with an illustrated children’s book! Max Said Yes! The Woodstock Story by Abigail Yasgur and Joseph Lipner and Barbara Mendes (Illustrator) is a book that tells the story of how Woodstock came to be. Before Jimi, Janis and other rock legends hit the stage, the venue—the most important element—was in question. So, thank goodness Max said Yes!
“One farmer did not think the same
And Max Yasgur was his name.
He raised cows, sold milk and cheese.
He liked kids with big ideas like these.”
And thanks to Max, August 15, 16 and 17, 1969 will forever be remembered as not only the music festival that defined a generation, but as a time where peace, love and music ruled all. It’s this happier kind of history that all kids should know about!
