Boogie Boogie, Y'all

Written & illustrated by C.G. Esperanza

Three kids reveal the hidden magic of city graffiti, urging everyone to see art's vibrant dance with reality.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In the bustling Bronx, vibrant graffiti colors the cityscape, yet most passersby remain oblivious. Three curious children pause to admire the art, realizing its power to transform their world. Determined to awaken others to this hidden beauty, they embark on a mission to showcase how art and reality can dance together. Will they succeed in opening the eyes of their busy community? Discover the magic that lies in every corner, waiting to be seen.

From the publisher

Author-illustrator C. G. Esperanza delivers a celebratory ode to graffiti and the Boogie Down Bronx through an infectious read-aloud beat and colorful illustrations that leap right off the page! Perfect for fans of Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut and Keith Haring.An NPR Best Book of the Year, ALSC Notable Children’s Book of the Year, Odyssey Award winner, Pura Belpré Honor Award winner, New York City Book Award winner, and Audie Award finalist!The city is alive with vibrant art in every corner of the parks, the shops, the trains. But most people are too busy to see it–or worse, choose to ignore it! When three children stop to marvel at the art around their community, they realize it’s up to them to show everyone else how truly special it is when art and reality dance together so seamlessly.Boogie boogie, y’all.The city boogied all day.Busy, busy, busy, Till one kid stopped to say, Woah, woah, woah!Look at the art on the wall!