[Dedication][FirstName], we’ l l always be there to make sure every l ittle thing wi l l be al l right. Love, Mom and Dad[/Dedica-tion]

To my three sons, our Mother, and the entire Marley Massive. . .

thanks for always being there —C. M.

To G. H., I know that with you every little thing is going to be

all right! For my family and friends: R. N., C. C., Y. P., E. B., I., L. H.

With all my love. —V. B. N.

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EVERYLITTLE

THING

based on the song

“THREE LITTLE BIRDS”

Bob Marleyby

adapted by

Cedella Marley illustrated by

Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Rise up this morning,

smile with the rising sun.

singing sweet songs of melodies pure and true. Saying this is my

Three little birds

pitch by my doorstep,

message to you . . .

is gonna be

,cause every

little thing

alL right.

Don’t worryabout a thing,

Run to the playground, laugh with my friends and play.Three little birds,

perch on the swing set,

these harmonies sweet in the air.

Sometimes you just need to show you care . . .

perch on the swing set,

whistling these words,

these harmonies sweet in the air.

And you say,don’t worryabout a thing.

every little thing

is gonna beall right.