Rap It Up!
Rap It Up!
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Rap It Up!

Written by Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Boston Weatherford & illustrated by Ernel Martinez
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
Mar 18, 2025
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★”This cheery picture book is a knockout, delightful on many levels…The ultimate message–put in the work, because “The words you write are worth it”–comes through and will hopefully inspire aspiring rap artists.” –Booklist, starred reviewAspiring young rappers will delight in this infectious, read-aloud introduction to the poetry and craft of rap. From scribbling words on the page to spitting rhymes on the mic, a joyful narrator guides readers through the emotions, literary techniques, structures and motifs that help make rap so amazing. With vibrant illustrations that leap off the page, this book urges readers to believe in themselves and the power of their creativity. Celebratory and informative, Rap it Up! invites us to see where our imaginations may lead. Get ready to drop some beats, express yourself, and let the world hear what you’ve got to say!

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781250833570
    Publication Date
    March 18, 2025
    Publisher
    Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
    Original Publication Date
    March 18, 2025
    Page Count
    32
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2024935334

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