Hip and Hop Don't Stop (children's book) - Jef Czekaj

Saturday, February 27, at 11:00 a.m.

"The story should make for fun read-aloud." Publishers Weekly

"Czekaj has produced a good-spirited, high-octane read-aloud." Kirkus Reviews

Hip is a turtle who raps really slowly. Hop is a bunny who raps superfast. Even though they both live in Oldskool County, neither of them has ever met. When they see a sign for a rap-off, they become fast friends. When the big contest arrives, neither slow nor fast wins the prize. A hip new take on the tortoise and the hare fable, this debut picture book features simple, engaging art that combines elements of comics with those of a traditional picture book. Short, humorous raps read at varying speeds make this a rollicking read aloud that kids will want to hear over and over.

(Book release date: 2/16/2010)