Willie Perdomo

Today is a very special day. You are going to put on your favorite pink blouse and head out with your daddy to visit the home of a true American hero. The person you are visiting is Langston Hughes, one of the most famous figures from the Harlem Renaissance, and you are especially excited because you are a little poet yourself. As you walk through the doors of his old house, you will feel the rhythm of his words echoing in the rooms. The playful poetry guides you through the experience of seeing where a great writer lived, dreamed, and created art. It is like taking a field trip into history, guided by the love of a father and the boundless imagination of a child. This rhythmic story is a perfect way to discover the magic of poetry and the importance of remembering those who came before us. It will inspire you to pick up a pencil and start writing your own beautiful verses.

Have you ever wondered what it means to be named after a hero? A young boy named Clemente is about to learn exactly why he shares his name with one of the greatest baseball players in history. Born in Puerto Rico, Roberto Clemente was not just a superstar on the field, he was a deeply caring person who spent his life helping others. As you read this joyful story, you will hear the crack of the bat and feel the excitement of the stadium. You will discover how Roberto became the very first Latin American player to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. But you will also learn about his huge heart, and how he always wanted to give back to communities in need across Latin America. With energetic artwork and a rhythmic beat to the words, this biography brings a sports legend to life. It will inspire you to swing for the fences in everything you do, and to always look out for the people around you.

Get ready to tap your feet and nod your head to a celebration of poetry with a bouncing beat! In this exciting collection, you will discover the rhythm and rhyme that make words come alive. You are invited on a musical journey filled with poems that sound like your favorite songs, showing you how hip hop and poetry share the same heartbeat. With works from over forty amazing poets and performers, every page offers a new rhythm to explore and a new story to hear. It is the perfect way for you to experience the magic of spoken word, encouraging you to find your own unique voice and maybe even write a catchy poem of your own.