King of Ragtime
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

King of Ragtime

Written and illustrated by Stephen Costanza

Discover how a quiet boy became the King of Ragtime.

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56 pages· AD930L
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Bookroo's summary

Meet Scott Joplin, a quiet boy with a magical touch on the piano. Born to a father who had been enslaved, Scott's unique ragtime compositions transformed him into the King of Ragtime, paving the way for jazz. This vibrant picture book captures his journey, inviting readers to feel the rhythm and wonder how one man's music could change the world. Will Scott's melodies continue to inspire future generations?

From the publisher

A stunning, rhythmic picture book biography of African American composer Scott Joplin, whose ragtime music paved the way for jazz. There was something special about Scott Joplin… This quiet kid could make a piano laugh out loud. Scott, the son of a man who had been enslaved, became a king–the King of Ragtime. This celebration of Scott Joplin, whose ragtime compositions paved the way for jazz, will captivate audiences and put a beat in their step, and the kaleidoscope-like illustrations will draw young readers in again and again.

Awards

Golden Kite Award (2022)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
56
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD930L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~6.1
F&P level
~V
Publication
Published
September 14, 2021
First published
August 24, 2021
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781534410367
LCCN
2018015146

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