Hip-Hop Alphabet
Published on 30. May 2019
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-68261-866-0 (ISBN)
Description
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!
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!
Reviews / Votes
"Learn about hip-hop culture in a fun and inventive way... Introduce children to hip-hop history and the wonders of reading." -- XXL "Makes the history and culture of the genre accessible to all ages... Touches on all facets of hip-hop history." -- Grammy.com, the official website of The Grammys "Introduce the youngest of hip-hop fans to the genre." -- Pigeons & Planes "Teach Kids Their ABCs AND the Importance of Hip-Hop History." -- Ambrosia for HeadsMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Preschool, Interest Age: From 3 to 7 years
Product notice
Paper over boards
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 210 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
288 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-68261-866-0 (9781682618660)
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Persons
Howie Abrams is a former music business executive turned author. He co-authored The ABCs of Metallica and Finding Joseph I: An Oral History of H.R. from Bad Brains, and has written The Merciless Book of Metal Lists, Misfit Summer Camp: 20 Years on the Road with the Vans Warped Tour, Hip-Hop Alphabet, Hip-Hop Alphabet 2 and The ABCs of the Grateful Dead.