Hip-Hop and Poetry

Although the posts this month refer to Jazz-oetry Month (Jazz Appreciation Month + National Poetry Month = Jazz-oetry Month), I would be remiss to ignore the similarities of Hip-Hop to Poetry.

I don't like Hip-Hop. It's not an affront to Hip-Hop - I just prefer other styles of music. But as an instructor, future parent, and advocate for children, I cannot ignore Hip-Hop. So, to that end, I recommend two books to enhance the education of Poetry this month for children. They can both be purchased at Amazon.com and have accompanying CDs.

Hip-Hop Speaks to Children: A Celebration of Poetry with a Beat

Poetry Speaks to Children