This version of the book does not include tablature because it is intended to help develop the mandolin player's reading skills and to put those skills to work in a fun way. For those wanting tablature, I have created a second version of this book that does include tablature: It is clearly posted on the book's cover and in its title so that there is no confusion. Two versions of each song are included: A simple version with only the melody notated, and an easy chord-melody arrangement. Some of the arrangements are more difficult than others. The songs are arranged in alphabetical order, not in progressive order. You can learn the songs in any order you would like.