The Best Hip-hop Books for Kids

Summary: A.J. loves music class with the eccentric Mr. Hynde, who raps and break-dances. But when Mr. Hynde insists A.J. kiss Andrea in the school play, things get awkward. Can A.J. dodge this embarrassing moment, or will he be caught in Mr. Hynde's crazy schemes? Join A.J. and his friends in a hilarious adventure filled with unexpected twists and schoolyard drama. Will A.J. survive the ultimate cringe-fest, or will Mr. Hynde's antics push him to the limit? Discover the chaos and comedy in this unforgettable chapter of My Weird School.

Summary: In 1998 Brooklyn, Quadir, Jarrell, and Jasmine refuse to let their friend Steph's talent die with him. They hatch a daring plan to release his music under a new alias, the Architect. As Steph's fame grows, so does the pressure to maintain their ruse. With a music label's interest and secrets threatening to unravel, the trio must confront the truth about Steph's death. Can they keep the dream alive without losing themselves and each other in the process?

Summary: In 1973, Clive Campbell, known as DJ Kool Herc, revolutionized music at a Bronx party. His innovative style extended musical breaks, sparking a dance movement that united rival gangs. From his Jamaican roots to his Bronx youth, Kool Herc's story reveals the birth of a genre that reshaped global culture. How did one DJ's creativity ignite a worldwide phenomenon?