Overview
This definitive guide to hip-hop teaches kids about the history and world-wide cultural impact of the genre, covering everyone from early heroes like The Sugar Hill Gang, Kurtis Blow, and Run D.M.C., to modern day titans like Kanye West, Cardi B, and Kendrick Lamar.
In the 1970s, a musical and culturalĀ movement was sparked in the Bronx neighborhood of New York City.Ā Led by three DJs who performed at local block parties, DJ Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, and Grandmaster FlashĀ become known as the āHoly Trinityā of hip-hop and they helpedĀ establish the four main pillars of the genre: deejaying, mc'ing, break dancing, and graffiti art.Ā
From these early days, acclaimed journalist and music critic Jordannah Elizabeth takes kids on a journey through theĀ history of hip-hop, helping young readersĀ understand how and why it was invented, and how it evolved into a powerful platform that gave (and still gives) aĀ voice to theĀ often-ignoredĀ Black community in America. From Tupac Shakur and Ms. Lauryn Hill to DrakeĀ and Tyler the Creator, kids will celebrateĀ some of hip-hopās biggest names while learning about theĀ roots of their musical sounds, and the community thatĀ propelled them into stardom.
Packed with modern, charming illustrations, including aĀ pull-out poster for kids to color, A Childās Introduction to Hip-HopĀ features age-appropriate descriptions of a musical genre that isĀ changing the world and dominating the airwaves. This is the perfect bookĀ for young studentsĀ who want to know more about the world of hip-hop and rap, as well asĀ for parents who want to introduce their children to some of their favorite artists.Ā
This book title, A Child's Introduction to Hip-Hop (The Beats, Rhymes, and Roots of a Musical Revolution), ISBN: 9780762481026, by Jordannah Elizabeth, Markia Jenai, published by Running Press (August 8, 2023) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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