Fall 2023

Kofi Loves Music

From the Series Leaders Are Readers

  • Interest Level: Preschool - Grade 2
  • Reading Level: Grade 1

If we can come together, if we can build together, if we can make music together . . . We will build the type of harmony we need to promote love, justice, and freedom.

Kofi Loves Music celebrates the power of music in bringing families together, embracing cultural heritage, and engaging in community-building. This counting book also introduces African instruments which have influenced music-making around the world. Enjoy learning about new instruments and having fun with Kofi as he learns to play music with his family. Written by Dr. Artika Tyner, passionate educator and global citizen, Kofi Loves Music is a guide for learning about the history of music and celebrating the beauty of diverse cultures.

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Interest Level Preschool - Grade 2
Reading Level Grade 1
Genre Picture Books
Category Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2020
Publisher Planting People Growing Justice Press
Imprint Planting People Growing Justice Press
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2023-08-01
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV031040, JUV074000, JUV009030
Dewey [Fic]
Dimensions 6 x 9
Guided Reading Level H
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Original artwork, and Teaching Guides

Author, Narrator: Dr. Artika R. Tyner

Dr. Artika Tyner is a passionate educator, award-winning author, civil rights attorney, sought-after speaker, and advocate for justice. She lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is the founder of the Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.

Illustrator: Bilal Karaca

Bilal Karaca graduated from the Traditional Turkish Arts Department, Fine Arts Faculty of Selçuk University. He has illustrated various children's books and magazines.

Lerner eSource™ offers free digital teaching and learning resources, including Common Core State Standards (CCSS) teaching guides. These guides, created by classroom teachers, offer short lessons and writing exercises that give students specific instruction and practice using Common Core skills and strategies. Lerner eSource also provides additional resources including online activities, downloadable/printable graphic organizers, and additional educational materials that would also support Common Core instruction. Download, share, pin, print, and save as many of these free resources as you like!

Leaders Are Readers

The Leaders Are Readers series is designed to inspire early readers to discover joy in reading. These books support hands-on learning, feature relatable characters, and foster leadership development. View available downloads →