All Good in the Hood

This bounce-to-the-beat picture book by Americas favorite rapping teacher from Chicago is a tribute to the sights and sounds of a city neighborhood and the special bond between brothers as they help each other overcome their fears.

Today is June 19th, Juneteenths what they say and for my family, its a very special day.

But sometimes the hood feels scary when were walking around. I wish I could stay home where its safe and sound. Where the dogs arent BARKING, and the cars arent HONKING, and the streetlights arent FLICKERING.

But when Big Bro tells me it will all be okay, I know the noises cant hurt me and ruin my day.

DwayneReedis Americas favorite rapping teacher from Chicago and the author oftheSimon B. Rhymin series. He is known for his viralmusic videosandhit songs, Welcome to the 4th Gradeand Welcome to Kindergarten. When hes notwriting, rapping, or teaching, Dwayne canbe found presenting at educator conferencesacross the US, or loving on his beautiful wife,Simon, and their son, Chase.All Good in the Hoodis his debut picture book. He invitesyou to follow him on Twitter and Instagram@TeachMrReed.

Gladys Joseis the illustrator ofFresh PrincessandThe Elephants’ Guide to Hide-and-Seek, as well as a chapter book series for EPIC! Books. Gladys lives in the sunny state of Florida with her husband and daughter. They spend most of their days trying to recall if they had carpet or tile underneath the mountains of toys and books. She invites you to visit her online at gladysjose.com or follow her on Instagram @gladysjoseillustrates.

• Publisher:Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (May 23, 2023)
• Language:English
• Hardcover:40 pages
• ISBN-10:0316461989
• ISBN-13:9780316461986
• Reading age:4 – 8 years
• Grade level:Preschool – 3
• Item Weight:1.74 pounds