Juba This Juba That

About this book

Traditional juba rhythms have a long history. They originated in Nigeria as hand-clapping games. People who were brought to the New World as slaves fought hard to keep their culture alive against terrible odds. They transformed juba rhythms into work songs that were passed down orally. Juba This Juba That is based on one of the most popular songs. With its strong beat and read-along repetition it will delight small children. Along with all the fun theres also fascinating history and concepts including opposites and prepositions. Children will have fun discovering the story told in the art about a boy named Juba who follows a mysterious yellow cat on a magical middle-of-the night adventure that leaves them both happy and ready for slumber.