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Books in Hip-Hop Biographies series

  • Pharrell Williams

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Paperback (Saddleback Educational Publishing, March 1, 2015)
    There’s no doubt about it, today’s students listen to an average of 2.5 hours of music every day. Guess what they are listening to? Hip-hop is mainstream, continually topping Billboard’s Hot 100 charts. These hi-lo biographies engage striving readers from the very beginning with blinged-out covers, stunning four-color photographs, modern and graphic page design, and high-interest informational text. Biographies highlight the unique characteristics of each mega-rapper, including childhood struggles, personal style, rivalries, giving back, and more. Each 48-page paperback book includes a timeline and glossary, with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.
  • Sean Combs

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Paperback (Saddleback Educational Publishing, March 1, 2015)
    There’s no doubt about it, today’s students listen to an average of 2.5 hours of music every day. Guess what they are listening to? Hip-hop is mainstream, continually topping Billboard’s Hot 100 charts. These hi-lo biographies engage striving readers from the very beginning with blinged-out covers, stunning four-color photographs, modern and graphic page design, and high-interest informational text. Biographies highlight the unique characteristics of each mega-rapper, including childhood struggles, personal style, rivalries, giving back, and more. Each 48-page paperback book includes a timeline and glossary, with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.
  • Pharrell Williams

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback, March 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. One of the largest-growing music genres, hip-hop has influenced our modern-day culture in many ways. These 48-page, full-color biographies feature the most well known artists in the hip-hop community. Each biography is written at a low reading level, so that even the most struggling reader can access the material. Books include a timeline and glossary with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.
  • Rosa Parks

    Lakita Wilson

    Paperback (Pebble, Jan. 1, 2020)
    How much do you know about Rosa Parks? Find out the facts you need to know about this activitist in the civil rights movement. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
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  • Beyonce

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback, March 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. One of the largest-growing music genres, hip-hop has influenced our modern-day culture in many ways. These 48-page, full-color biographies feature the most well known artists in the hip-hop community. Each biography is written at a low reading level, so that even the most struggling reader can access the material. Books include a timeline and glossary with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.
  • Chris Brown

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Jan. 1, 2013)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Traces the life and career of the R&B star, discussing his struggles, personal style, and influences.
  • Drake

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Jan. 1, 2013)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Examines the life of the entertainer who began his career as an actor on ""Degrassi: The Next Generation"" and went on to achieve success as a rap artist, collaborating with such musicians as Lil Wayne and Eminem.
  • Nicki Minaj

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Jan. 1, 2013)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. People find it very hard to describe Nicki Minaj. She is a very successful solo rap artist. But that leaves out her talent in other styles of music. You could describe her as a fierce feminist. But she also works hard at being really cute. Fans of Nicki Minaj understand that she is anything but simple.
  • Sean Combs

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, March 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. One of the largest-growing music genres, hip-hop has influenced our modern-day culture in many ways. These 48-page, full-color biographies feature the most well known artists in the hip-hop community. Each biography is written at a low reading level, so that even the most struggling reader can access the material. Books include a timeline and glossary with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.
  • Kanye West

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Jan. 1, 2013)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Chronicles the life of the rap artist, covering his youth, his time spent producing music, the car accident that nearly took his life, and his successes as a professional musician.
  • Jay-Z

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Jan. 1, 2013)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Chronicles the life of the rap artist, from his youth growing up in the projects of Brooklyn to his entry onto the music scene to his professional and personal accomplishments.
  • Dr. Dre

    Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, March 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. One of the largest-growing music genres, hip-hop has influenced our modern-day culture in many ways. These 48-page, full-color biographies feature the most well known artists in the hip-hop community. Each biography is written at a low reading level, so that even the most struggling reader can access the material. Books include a timeline and glossary with vocabulary words highlighted throughout.