Big Tune: Rise of the Dancehall Prince

ISBN: 0374389942

Author: Agostini, Alliah L.

Condition: Used

An exuberant picture book written by Alliah L. Agostini and illustrated by Shamar Knight-Justice is about a Black boy with big dancing dreams who learns the meaning of courage and community.Its the weekend, first in June; speakers blasting out big tune!Cousins, aunties, uncles, friends pack the house, and fun begins.Shane is shy but loves to dance-and all year long, hes picked up cansto earn some money toward his goal: high-tops with a pump-up sole.But then the speaker blows-its done! Will this stop his familys fun?Can Shane come through to save the day and bring back Big Tune Saturday?Set within a vibrant Caribbean American neighborhood and told to a rhythmic beat, Big Tune is a story of Black boy joy that touches on determination, confidence to express who you are, selflessness, and community gratitude.