Big Tune - Rise of the Dancehall Prince

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.

It's the weekend, first in June; speaker's 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, he's picked up cans
to earn some money toward his goal: high-tops with a pump-up sole.

But then the speaker blows-it's done! Will this stop his family's 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.

About the author

Alliah L. Agostini; illustrated by Shamar Knight-Justice

Summary

An exuberant picture book about a Black boy with big dancing dreams who learns the meaning of courage and community.

Product details

• Authors: Alliah L Agostini, Alliah L. Agostini, Alliah L./ Knight-justice Agostini
• Assisted by: Shamar Knight-Justice (Illustration)
• Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 7
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.06.2023
• EAN: 9780374389949
• ISBN: 978-0-374-38994-9
• No. of pages: 40
• Subject: Children's and young people's books