Little Red Reads is happy to be hosting a spot on the SIMON B. RHYMIN’ by Dwayne Reed Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Make sure to enter the giveaway! 

About The Book:

Title: SIMON B. RHYMIN’

Author: Dwayne Reed

Pub. Date: March 2, 2021

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 224

Find it:  Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

A humorous and heartwarming bounce-to-the-beat underdog story about a young rapper whose rhymes help bring his community together.

Eleven-year-old Simon Barnes dreams of becoming a world-famous rapper that everyone calls Notorious D.O.G. But for now, he’s just a Chicago fifth grader who’s small for his age and afraid to use his voice.

Simon prefers to lay low at school and at home, even though he’s constantly spitting rhymes in his head. But when his new teacher assigns the class an oral presentation on something that affects their community, Simon must face his fears.

With some help from an unexpected ally and his neighborhood crew, will Simon gain the confidence to rap his way to an A and prove that one kid can make a difference in his ‘hood?

REVIEW: Simon is ready to start the fifth grade! He’s got his new school clothes and his mother’s support. His classmates make fun of him because of his size, but Simon is full of raps to make it through the year. This cute middle grade book with lyrics and illustrations tackles big issues. Simon takes on a report about homelessness and a friend he has made in an unexpected place. I’m told the audio version is catchy and we can’t wait to listen to Simon B. Rhymin’ with our emerging reader boys. Thanks to the author for making it fun!

Dwayne Reed is America’s favorite rapping teacher from Chicago. In 2016, the music video for his hit song, “Welcome to the 4th Grade,” went viral and has since been viewed nearly two million times on YouTube. When he’s not writing, rapping, or teaching, Dwayne can be found presenting at educator conferences across the U.S., or loving on his beautiful wife, Simone.

As a viral sensation, Reed spreads his message of inspiration and empowerment that reaches a weekly audience of more than 50,000 followers, subscribers, readers, listeners, and fans. Each month, hundreds of new and aspiring teachers attend his engaging live seminars and rousing, interactive workshops, to experience the thrill of teaching.

As an avid philanthropist, Reed has partnered with other iconic brands that include 3M, Old Navy, and Arby’s to celebrate educators and raise awareness of youth issues. Mr. Reed also supports countless youth charities, after-school programs, and educational nonprofits dedicated to student-centered learning and academic achievement. We invite you to visit him on Twitter at @TeachMrReed and at www.facebook.com/TeachMrReed.

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 Giveaway Details:

3 winners will win a finished copy of SIMON B. RHYMIN’, US Only.