Like I said it is packed and it may be (at first) intimidating to young readers. The written word is a powerful tool ,that perhaps if given to children, would allow them to positively cleanse themselves and possibly even spark that creative fire that smolders within each soul. Sometimes it is obvious; sometimes it is hidden. Whether you read poetry or you hear it in a rap song, Giovanni's genius endeavor will inspire children of all ages to have fun while listening to poetry.
This was also where I had gone wrong; poetry can of course not even be "heard" by anyone silently scanning the page to themselves, be it in a classroom or at home or anywhere. HEAR poetry's rhymes and rhythms from Queen Latifah to Gwendolyn Brooks, Langston Hughes to A Tribe Called Quest and more * Also hear part of Martin Luther Kind's original "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by the remarkable live performance of the speech by Nikki Giovanni, Oni Lasana and Val Gray Ward.
The dialect in some of the poems follows that of the poet's background and experiences, rath.
It is so great that a book could take rap and make it into a way to teach and introduce children to poetry. This amazing compilation of "poetry with a beat" includes renowned poets such as Langston Hughes, Maya Angelou, Nikki Grimes, and many others. Funky Snowman!! Crowds come out and fill the street.
This was the most amazing poetry collection and I will most certainly buy it for my classroom when I have one. Hip Hop Speaks to Children is a delightful and enlightening collection of poetry from various Poets, several performed by the authors themselves, on the included audio CD. Another favorite that is more on the serious side and geared toward helping a child's self esteem, I feel, is as follows: The Rose that Grew from the Concrete by: Tupac Shakur Did u hear about the rose that grew from a crack in the concrete Proving nature's laws wrong it learned 2 walk without having feet Funny it seems but by keeping its dreams it learned 2 breathe fresh air Long live the rose that grew from concrete when no one else even cared! Since 1987, she has been on the faculty at Virginia Tech, where she is a University Distinguished Professor. Hip Hop Speaks to Children - (Poetry Speaks Experience) by Nikki Giovanni (Mixed Media Product), undefined out of 5 stars with undefined reviews, Do Not Sell My Personal Information - CA Resident Only.
--Franki Sibberson, A Year of Reading blog, "Hip Hop Speaks to Children is a wonderfully composed collection of poems from writers like Eloise Greenfield to late rapper and poet, Tupac Shakur. * Also hear part of Martin Luther Kind's original "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by the remarkable live performance of the speech by Nikki Giovanni, Oni Lasana and Val Gray Ward. While reading each poem you get into a groove, a rhythm, that you don't want to stop. This book is full of beautiful written poetry and verses.
“This collection -- with an accompanying CD -- truly has the potential to change the way young children see poetry, as the intrinsic relationship between words and rhythm is amplified in a new groove. Perfect for fans of A B to Jay-Z and Nikki Giovanni who are seeking modern hip hop poetry books for kids.
Our consensus is Hip Hop Speaks to Children is the most essential poetry purchase to make this year.
The poetry is enough.
The illustrations are enough.
The CD is enough.
Together, this book is a treasure of which you cannot get enough.
We shall accomplish much this year. Besides the poem. I told them about Hip Hop and the culture. It highlights the use of rhythm and vernacular in hip-hop, rap, and African-American poetry. --Publishers Weekly, "This is the way to get children interested in reading and loving poetry. Celebrate with remarkable poets, including:Eloise GreenfieldMos DefLucille CliftonOscar Brown Jr.Tupac ShakurMaya AngelouQueen LatifahNikki GrimesWalter Dean MyersCommonand, of course, Nikki Giovanni, Poems Include:Ego TrippingRapper's DelightThe Negro Speaks of RiversHey MamaHam 'N' EggsEverything Is EverythingLadies First, MORE PRAISE FOR HIP HOP SPEAKS TO CHILDREN, "With its archival recordings of poems read by the poets themselves, [Hip Hop] reminds everyone that poetry springs from an oral tradition. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Book Fairs … Whether you read poetry or you hear it in a rap song, Giovanni’s genius endeavor will inspire children of all ages to have fun while listening to poetry. ", This is a collection of rhymes and rhythms unlike any other poetry book, Celebrate with remarkable poets, including: Eloise GreenfieldMos DefLucille CliftonOscar Brown Jr.Tupac ShakurMaya AngelouQueen LatifahNikki GrimesWalter Dean MyersCommonand, of course, Nikki Giovanni, Poems Include: Ego TrippingRapper's DelightThe Negro Speaks of RiversHey MamaHam 'N' EggsEverything Is EverythingLadies First, MORE PRAISE FOR HIP HOP SPEAKS TO CHILDREN, "With its archival recordings of poems read by the poets themselves, Hip Hop] reminds everyone that poetry springs from an oral tradition." Great product. Quite a number of rappers and hip hop artists were included: A Tribe Called Quest, Kanye West, Sugarhill Gang, Queen Latifah, Young MC, Jill Scott, Lauryn Hill, Tupac Shakur, and Stetsasonic. Each page in the book is a new poem that can also be sung as a song. The individual poems span a variety of themes and topics. Often when teachers are able to turn learning into music, students are become engaged. --Publishers Weekly, "This is the way to get children interested in reading and loving poetry.
Incredible compilation of poetry by over 40 poets and authors. But, once they hear some of the audio, spend time with the illustrations, and experience some of the poetry, I think it will become a favorite." It has great rhyming and free verse poems, as well as engaging and beautiful illustrations. But either way, make no mistake, poetry is as vibrant and exciting as it gets. This poetry book for children is really wonderful.
Artists range from Langston Hughes to Kanye West, from Eloise Greenfield to Queen Latifah. Her poems are undeniably authentic distillations of black life in America. Great explanation of hip hop (who knew? Hip Hop Speaks to Children: A Celebration of Poetry with a Beat is a beautiful book.
It wasn't completely just music style hip hop driven but more like spoken word. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Perfect for fans of A B to Jay-Z and Nikki Giovanni who are seeking modern hip hop poetry books for kids.
Our consensus is Hip Hop Speaks to Children is the most essential poetry purchase to make this year.
The poetry is enough.
The illustrations are enough.
The CD is enough.
Together, this book is a treasure of which you cannot get enough.
We shall accomplish much this year. Write your own hip hop poem. The authors included in this book include up to date people that many can relate to. The book comes with an audio CD with recordings of several of the poets reading their work. * Also hear part of Martin Luther Kind's original "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by the remarkable live performance of the speech by Nikki Giovanni, Oni Lasana and Val Gray Ward. Poetry is great for young children. "―Publishers Weekly, "This is the way to get children interested in reading and loving poetry.
That’s hip hop in a flash,” and she goes on to link hip-hop to grand opera and present a capsule history of African American vernacular music. READ more than 50 remarkable poems and songs! Readers can follow along in the book, as the track numbers are listed on the pages. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. And there are poems that can be found for all ages.
--Amy Bowllan, Amy Bowllan's Blog (a School Library Journal Blog), "I highly recommend this one for all collections.
A great addition to a classroom. Poetry can have both a rhyme and a rhythm. Will probably purchase again in the future for someone else! Introducing poetry to a classroom of young children who think they can 'spit', 'free style' or 'congregate' a rhyme without knowing the style nor how to conform, this is the book to correct their incite. Giovanni provides a lengthy history of stories told in rhythm from opera to blues to hamboning to hip hop - or poetry with a beat. Although created by five illustrators, the art shares both vibrant colors and a dancing, free-spirited look that matches the general tone of the poetry.
Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. It is all about embracing hip hop and the nature of the rhythm and words. Turn up the music with the disco beat, when you're in the groove, you don't need feet. Perfect for fans of A B to Jay-Z and Nikki Giovanni who are seeking modern hip hop poetry books for kids.
Teachers will be encouraged to allow the artists to speak to children.
--Diane Chen, School Library Journal blog "Practically Paradise"
Hip Hop Speaks to Children is a celebration of poetry with a beat.
Poetry can have both a rhyme and a rhythm.
The book includes poems from popular poets such as Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou, as well as song lyrics from Kanye West and Queen Latifah.
See how a store is chosen for you. Celebrate with remarkable poets, including: Eloise GreenfieldMos DefLucille CliftonOscar Brown Jr.Tupac ShakurMaya AngelouQueen LatifahNikki GrimesWalter Dean MyersCommonand, of course, Nikki Giovanni, Poems Include: Ego TrippingRapper's DelightThe Negro Speaks of RiversHey MamaHam 'N' EggsEverything Is EverythingLadies First, MORE PRAISE FOR HIP HOP SPEAKS TO CHILDREN, "With its archival recordings of poems read by the poets themselves, [Hip Hop] reminds everyone that poetry springs from an oral tradition." --Publishers Weekly, "This is the way to get children interested in reading and loving poetry. I loved this book (and the accompanying CD). The main topics are hope, self-esteem, respect for the past, and determination to make a better future.
Sorry, but we can't respond to individual comments.If you need immediate assistance, please contact Customer Care. I think it is a K-8 must-have for classrooms and libraries. -. --Becky Laney, Becky Laney's Books blog, "Love this book. Poem topics range from familiar scenes of school age children to poems of African American life and history in the U.S. An audio CD is included with the book to listen to some of the poems and songs The illustrations are of varying styles by various illustrators from cartoonish to more realistic to heavily stylized the illustrations are influenced by the theme and emotions each separate poem is meant to convey.
She lives in Blacksburg, Virginia, where she is a University Distinguished Professor at Virginia Tech. Put it to music to perform for the class. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Children will be encouraged to put their words to poetry and beats. --Becky Laney, Becky Laney's Books blog, "Love this book. Brown's hard-luck "Long Track Blues," Gwendolyn Brooks's wake-up call "We Real Cool," Kanye West's lovely "Hey Mama," and Martin Luther King Jr.'s awe-inspiring "I Have a Dream.". I greatly enjoyed this collection and highly recommend it to everyone. Subscriptions
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