2000 Cover Contest Winners
View the 52 top winners from our annual Cover Contest.
2001 Cover Contest Winners
Each year Plank Road Publishing sponsors an art contest for students. The winning entry is used as the cover of Music K-8 magazine. Click to view the top 228 contest entries.
2002 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the top 212 cover contest entries from 2002.
2003 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 238 best cover contest entries from 2003.
2004 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 229 best cover contest entries from 2004.
2005 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 229 best cover contest entries from 2005.
2006 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 214 best cover contest entries from 2006.
2007 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 220 best cover contest entries from 2007.
2008 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2008.
2009 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2009.
2010 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2010.
2011 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2011.
2012 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2012.
2013 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2013. (Please note that only Finalists and higher are pictured. Honorable mentions are not included.)
2014 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2014.
2015 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2015.
2016 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2016.
2017 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2017.
2018 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2018.
2019 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2019.
2020 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2020.
2021 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the winning cover contest entries from 2021.
2022 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 419 top cover contest entries from 2022.
2023 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 549 top cover contest entries from 2023.
2024 Cover Contest Winners
Click to view the 579 top cover contest entries from 2024.
About John Riggio
Read a short biography of John Riggio, one of the popular Plank Road Publishing songwriters.
About Teresa Jennings
Read a short biography of Teresa Jennings, co-owner of Plank Road Publishing and creator of quality children's music.
Crisis Relief Resources
Find out some of the best ways to help those in need. Access links to reputable charities and download free songs for your own fundraising performances.
Elfis Land
Elfis Land features downloads, photos, and performance ideas relating to Teresa Jennings' 3 musicals for children, The Elves' Impersonator, Elfis and The Sleigh Riders, and Elfis Goes West with Lewis and Clark.
Funding Your Music K-8 Subscription
Ideas for helping you find money to fund your Music K-8 subscription.
In Loving Memory: Julia Nestingen-Palm
A tribute to a friend and coworker.
In The Recording Studio
Ever wondered what those talented young singers on your Music K-8 recordings look like? Here's your opportunity to take a glimpse into the actual recording studio in Indianapolis and see for yourself.
In The Recording Studio - Part II
Ever wondered what those talented young singers on your Music K-8 recordings look like? Here are more photos of the singers recording songs for Music K-8 Volume 15.
New Home For Plank Road Publishing
We made the big move into our new building in spring 2013. View photos of Plankers in their new digs.
Paul Jennings Obituary
Paul Jennings, beloved co-founder of Plank Road Publishing, passed away in January 2022. The outpouring of condolences has been humbling and is sincerely appreciated. If you would like to read Paul's obituary, it is available at this link.
Podcasts
Music K-8 Page Turner Video and Sampler Music Podcasts
Resources For Special Programming This Fall
As we approach each new school year, we know that you will be planning performances for September and for other occasions that will need patriotic and other types of inspirational music. We have published a number of songs and larger works in Music K-8 and separately that can help you.
Rockhopper Video Clips
View video clips of movement suggestions for John Riggio's great tune about penguins.
The Flood of '98: Photos
On August 6, 1998, Plank Road Publishing's offices were devastated by a flash flood, forcing the company to relocate. These photos were taken the day after the flood.
The Flood of '98: Teresa's Letter
On August 6, 1998, Plank Road Publishing's offices were devastated by a flash flood, forcing the company to relocate. Read Teresa Jennings' letter from Music K-8 Vol. 9, No. 2, describing the flooding.
Unsolicited Testimonials About Plank Road Publishing
Sure, we think our music is great. But don't take our word for it: Read what music teachers say about Music K-8 magazine and our other products.
Zombie Style Video Contest Entries
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Zombie Style Video Contest. We were very impressed with the quality and creativity of the 22 videos. You can view all 22 videos here.