Lay down a baby beat and learn all about the history of rap!"This is sooooo adorbs!!" —Missy Elliot on Twitter2019 National Parenting Product Award Winner From Grandmaster Flash to Kendrick Lamar, rap has shaped generations and brought a voice to the voiceless. Bop along with the greats in this adorable baby book that introduces little ones to the rappers that started it all!Parental Advisory: May cause toddlers to develop excessive amounts of swagger. Read more

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND INCLUDED IN THE BOOKLIST TOP 10 ART BOOKS FOR YOUTH! Perfect for fans of A B to Jay-Z and Nikki Giovanni who are seeking modern hip hop poetry books for kids.Our consensus is Hip Hop Speaks to Children is the most essential poetry purchase to make this year.The poetry is enough.The illustrations are enough.The CD is enough.Together, this book is a treasure of which you cannot get enough.We shall accomplish much this year. Children will be encouraged to put their words to poetry and beats. Teachers will be encouraged to allow the artists to speak to children.―Diane Chen, School Library Journal blog "Practically Paradise"Hip Hop Speaks to Children is a celebration of poetry with a beat.Poetry can have both a rhyme and a rhythm. Sometimes it is obvious; sometimes it is hidden. But either way, make no mistake, poetry is as vibrant and exciting as it gets. And when you find yourself clapping your hands or tapping your feet, you know you've found poetry with a beat!Like Poetry Speaks to Children, the New York Times Bestselling classic poetry book and CD that started it all, Hip Hop Speaks to Children is meant to be the beginning of a journey of discovery.READ more than 50 remarkable poems and songs!HEAR poetry's rhymes and rhythms from Queen Latifah to Gwendolyn Brooks, Langston Hughes to A Tribe Called Quest and more! * Also hear part of Martin Luther Kind's original "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by the remarkable live performance of the speech by Nikki Giovanni, Oni Lasana and Val Gray Ward. * The Hip Hop Speaks to Children CD contains more than 30 performances, either by the artists who created them, or as unique interpretations by admiring poets and artists.DISCOVER Langston Hughes's elegant gospel "The Negro Speaks of Rivers," A Tribe Called Quest's playful "Ham 'N' Eggs," Sterling A. Brown's hard-luck "Long Track Blues," Gwendolyn Brooks's wake-up call "We Real Cool," Kanye West's lovely "Hey Mama," and Martin Luther King Jr.'s awe-inspiring "I Have a Dream."This is a collection of rhymes and rhythms unlike any other poetry book!Celebrate with remarkable poets, including:Eloise GreenfieldMos DefLucille CliftonOscar Brown Jr.Tupac ShakurMaya AngelouQueen LatifahNikki GrimesWalter Dean MyersCommonand, of course, Nikki GiovanniPoems Include:Ego TrippingRapper's DelightThe Negro Speaks of RiversHey MamaHam 'N' EggsEverything Is EverythingLadies FirstMORE PRAISE FOR HIP HOP SPEAKS TO CHILDREN"With its archival recordings of poems read by the poets themselves, [Hip Hop] reminds everyone that poetry springs from an oral tradition."―Publishers Weekly"This is the way to get children interested in reading and loving poetry. ...A great book for both teachers and parents."―Valerie Lewis, owner of Hicklebee's children's bookstore"The poems, the artwork, the CD...all complement each other to create a wonderful experience."―Becky Laney, Becky Laney's Books blog"Love this book. I think it is a K-8 must-have for classrooms and libraries. Like I said it is packed and it may be (at first) intimidating to young readers. But, once they hear some of the audio, spend time with the illustrations, and experience some of the poetry, I think it will become a favorite."―Franki Sibberson, A Year of Reading blog"Hip Hop Speaks to Children is a wonderfully composed collection of poems from writers like Eloise Greenfield to late rapper and poet, Tupac Shakur. ...Whether you read poetry or you hear it in a rap song, Giovanni's genius endeavor will inspire children of all ages to have fun while listening to poetry. Rap is poetry, right?"―Amy Bowllan, Amy Bowllan's Blog (a School Library Journal Blog)"I highly recommend this one for all collections. If the title didn't include the word "children" it'd be an excellent book all the way to high school. My coworkers and I are already talking about doing a Hip Hop poetry story time for our elementary school kids."―Jennifer Rothschild, Biblio File blog Read more

A John Steptoe New Talent Award WinnerBefore there was hip hop, there was DJ Kool Herc. On a hot day at the end of summer in 1973 Cindy Campbell threw a back-to-school party at a park in the South Bronx. Her brother, Clive Campbell, spun the records. He had a new way of playing the music to make the breaks―the musical interludes between verses―longer for dancing. He called himself DJ Kool Herc and this is When the Beat Was Born. From his childhood in Jamaica to his youth in the Bronx, Laban Carrick Hill's book tells how Kool Herc came to be a DJ, how kids in gangs stopped fighting in order to breakdance, and how the music he invented went on to define a culture and transform the world. Read more

MUSICAL REVOLUTION SWEEPS NATION AND BEYONDHow did a bunch of young people from the inner city create a genre of music that became a global phenomenon? From its humble origins at house parties in the Bronx, where DJs mixed old records to create new sounds, charismatic MCs let their clever lyrics flow, and B-boys and B-girls pioneered inventive dance moves, hip-hop quickly became a musical and cultural revolution. Hip-Hop: The Beat of AmericaMeet Aaliyah, a hip-hop superfan who is about to get a lesson in all things “old school” courtesy of her dad, who grew up in the 1970s when rap music first hit the scene. The pair take a day trip to the Bronx where Aaliyah discovers the many unsung heroes who helped create the foundations of the hip-hop we all enjoy today. So get ready to drop the beat, bust a move, and get down with some fresh rap knowledge!Perfect for readers of Can't Stop, Won't Stop and Nathan Hale's Hazardous tales. Read more

Mic check! Learn to count with 2Pac in the Legends of Hip-Hop board book series.In this accessible series perfectly crafted for babies (and adult fans), music producer Pen Ken and 3x Emmy Award–nominated animation director Saxton Moore introduce mini emcees to some of hip-hop’s biggest and brightest luminaries with fun facts about each rapper, organized by a teachable concept.In this book, children will meet 2Pac and count to 12!Check out other books in the series, including Legends of Hip-Hop: Queen Latifah. Read more

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Bad Bunny Coloring Book:100 Pages: over 24 pictureSize: 8.5 x 11 inchesA delightful gift for the mean Bunny fan with perfectly beautiful and high quality illustrations Read more

The first and only first words and rap music ABC book, The Notorious ABC celebrates the history, spirit, and nostalgia of 80s and 90s rap and hip-hop with both common words and rap vocabulary. With over 100 rap-themed and basic words, The Notorious ABC is the perfect way to help beginning readers and rappers learn their ABCs. Basic words such as apple, dog, and socks, are illustrated alongside musical vocabulary that is sure to enthrall every young rapper, such as turntable, drum machine, and microphone. The illustrations celebrate the bright and iconic style of classic 80s and 90s rap culture. The book will immerse children in the spirit of the music while reminding parents of the rich heritage of this great musical genre. Every page honors a different hip-hop artist, from Run DMC to Salt n' Pepa and The Sugarhill Gang. So this book works as a perfect introduction to these musical legends for curious children. The Notorious ABC is a sturdy and well-constructed board book that will the survive repeated readings your child will demand every night. It is set to become a read-again-and-again classic on your young rapper's bookshelf. Artists included: A Tribe Called Quest, Busta Rhymes, Beastie Boys, Coolio, Dr Dre, De La Soul, Eazy-E, The Fresh Prince, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, MC Hammer, Ice Cube, Jay-Z, Kurtis Blow, LL Cool J, Lauryn Hill, Missy Elliot, Notorious B.I.G.. N.W.A., Outkast, Public Enemy, Run-DMC, Salt n' Pepa, Sugarhill Gang, 2-Pac, Vanilla Ice, Wu-Tang Clan, Yo-Yo. Read more

Take a journey through the hard-hitting history of hip-hop music. Witness DJ Kool Herc's first block parties and the origins of hip-house and scratching. See how cheap drum machines and talented turntablists changed music forever and meet some of the hip-hop scene's greatest stars. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations. Read more

Early learning made easy.Introducing the perfect tool for young children to learn the alphabet in a fun and engaging way."Hip Hop ABC's" combines the love of hip hop music with education and teaching the letters of the alphabet along with your favourite artists. Read more

EYE SEE YOU: Choosing Kindness is a vibrant picture book blending humor, art, and heartwarming lessons. Follow Woof the Crow and Unicorn Jazz as they dive into an inspiring, fun-filled adventure with joy and kindness!This story uses clever and engaging illustrations to show the power of kind choices over hurtful words. A must-read for children, families, and educators, it's a tale about celebrating being unique and kind to all.EYE SEE YOU: Choosing Kindness is an inspiring children's story that school counselors and therapists approve for making good choices and speaking up for those who may feel like they don't have a voice.A kindness book, Unicorn Jazz is an award-winning unicorn book series and named the most unique unicorn in the world! A book showing that we can make good choices when speaking up or helping others with graphic novel-like art. Encouraging confidence, play & and imagination.Watch this story as a read aloud at: https://youtu.be/sD25TDzy2LEUnicorn Jazz popular children's books are being turned into a cartoon series, Woof the Crow comes back with another heart-to-heart conversation with Jazz ... and it all began the moment he put on his first pair of eyeglasses. In addition to finding out more about Woof the Crow's background and family, EYE SEE YOU comes packed with new animal friends like Bee Happy Asia the Flamingo, Trezekke Zebracorn and more!EYE SEE YOU: Choosing Kindness is a picture book that teaches kids to be humble, confident, and proud of who they are, an inspiring children's fable. Children and adults find humor in the art that kids who enjoy graphic novels appreciate, along with clever anecdotes throughout the story.Woof the Crow comes back with another heart-to-heart conversation with Jazz ... and it all began the moment he put on his first pair of eyeglasses. This is also a timeless children's book.A great topic for parents, teachers and educators in this anti-bullying children's book, with characters showing choices a child can make to be nice versus choosing hurtful words. A great doctor visit book for kids especially when Woof the Crow brings out his glasses telling his animal friends, "You get a pair, you get a pair, everyone gets a pair."EDITORIAL REVIEWS:"We all need reminders about how to stay true to ourselves and respect others along the way. This story and series is so fun and inspiring and does exactly that! I highly recommend this book for kids and adults of all ages! Sit back, and enjoy this beautiful nudge to accept ourselves." -Alexis Maron, MA, RDT/BCT, RADT"Written and illustrated with joy and kindness, EYE SEE YOU invites children to bring out the best in themselves, allaying fears and differences to celebrate their unique being! This little book is one fine marriage of artistry, writing, and caring; a complete conviction that every day can be beautiful." -Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Amazon Children's Book Reviewer"The best bullying books for kids, these kindness books for children's messages give joy, meaning, and conversations about the power of words, including KINDNESS. This bully book for kids shows how to see not only with our eyes, but with our hearts and minds as well. -RS Brendan, Teacher"I loved the reference to historical people who wore glasses. I was also happy to read that instead of fighting back with unkind words a gentleness and kindness in words was used to become friends with a former bully at school." -T. YoungFind playtime puppets, coloring books, free printable coloring pages, teacher resources go to: UnicornJazz.comAuthor Lisa Caprelli is an inspirational school speaker and proudly does school author visits! Read more

Early learning made easy.Take your kids on an alphabetical adventure through all your favourite hip hop legends, from Dr. Dre to Queen Latifah and many more. Pass on your favourite artists to the next generation and celebrate the history of hip hop.• Perfect for early learning and development.• Ideal way to learn the alphabet in a fun and entertaining way.• * May cause children to have your taste in music. Read more

Bad Bunny Coloring Book:100 Pages: over 24 pictureSize: 8.5 x 11 inchesA delightful gift for the mean Bunny fan with perfectly beautiful and high quality illustrations Read more

Mic check! Learn your ABCs with Queen Latifah in the Legends of Hip-Hop board book series.In this accessible series perfectly crafted for babies (and adult fans), music producer Pen Ken and 3x Emmy Award–nominated animation director Saxton Moore introduce mini emcees to some of hip-hop’s biggest and brightest luminaries with fun facts about each rapper, organized by a teachable concept.In this book, children will meet Queen Latifah and learn the entire alphabet!Check out other books in the series, including Legends of Hip-Hop: 2Pac. Read more

This RAPPER JOURNAL is perfect for recording your favorite RAPS, writing your own RAP lyrics and jotting down any of your RAP ideas and inspirations.Also includes:RAP RESOURCES such as Rhyme Patterns, Types of Rhymes and a list of some of the most used words used by RAPPERS as well as some famous RAP Lyrics. Read more

How can we raise stronger, positive, confident kids? With the power of positive words, a positive mindset, in a positive environment!From the moment our kids arrive, they hear how cute they are....because they are. But what if they also learned from an early age that they are strong, kind, grateful and creative?And So Much More gives kids powerful words to say about themselves like "My arms give loving hugs", My mind grows wiser", "I am grateful for who I am and all who love me".Kids will:Learn how to affirm what they love about themselves.Gain a positive vocabulary to express what they appreciate about others.Create positive body image, connecting words like "strong", "thoughtful", "kind" to their physical bodies.Be engaged and entertained while being educated.Learn to express their emotions and values.A Bedtime Ritual--Gratitude and AffirmationsReconnect with your child at the end of the day using the inspiring phrases in And So Much More. Foster family connection and soothe nighttime anxiety by taking a moment for gratitude and confidence-building before bed. Looking for a diverse children's book? We set out to create a book that includes everyone. Every family is beautiful and worthy. Set in a vibrant city adorned with colorful art,  And So Much More celebrates the true melting pot of cultures, families, generations and body types.A great gift for any occasion, And So Much More is especially fitting for a baby shower, birthday, baptism or graduation. Great for ages 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade and Second Grade.  If your bookshelf includes titles like Zen Pig, Seeds and Trees, I Love You More and Listening With My Heart, And So Much More will be a welcome addition encouraging kids to love themselves and others from the inside out. From head to toe, heart and soul, And So Much More helps kids know they aren't "just cute" but imaginative, powerful, loving little people. Read more

Yo Gabba Gabba! meets Yo! MTV Raps in this lively and educational book for young children learning the alphabet—and their hip-hop–loving parents.Take a wondrous alphabetical journey through the glorious history of hip-hop in this kid-friendly introduction to the music that defined a generation. Featuring clever rhymes and graffiti-style drawings by legendary artist Mr. Kaves, Hip-Hop Alphabet uses the twenty-six letters of the alphabet to educate kids about classic icons (LL Cool J, the Beastie Boys, and Jay-Z), as well as essential elements of the music and culture (DJs, microphones, and turntables). Learn the ABCs with a beat! Read more

Have you ever lost a sock in the laundry? Have you ever wondered where the missing socks go?This is the story of two twin brothers, a pair of socks, fighting their way to reunite after being separated during laundry time!Join Howie and friends as they take on The Block sock bullies; whom are guarding the way to get into the Land of the Lost Socks; where Howie's brother may be trapped!This book teaches children the importance of bravery, teamwork, and knowing your self-worth!For more on the author and even more sock fun, visit NeairaTheAuthor.com Read more