One of the best ways to teach children is through books. No matter the subject or issue, a book, if well written, is a fantastic way to brighten the light of curiosity in a child’s eye. Gary Golio’s, Jimi: Sounds Like A Rainbow w/ artwork by Javaka Steptoe does just that. He takes on the childhood of Jimi Hendrix to show that everyone has talent and is special in their own right. The key is finding your passion and sticking with it. Together, the story and the art really give you a feel for who Jimi was. Because of the story and it’s complementary artwork, Jimi: Sounds Like A Rainbow is a story that will captivate your children and be a subtle introduction into the world of Rock and Roll.

My wife and I have a three and half year old and we read multiple books to him daily. We also listen to music a lot more than we watch TV and use devices. So, he is very receptive to books like Jimi: Sounds Like A Rainbow. I read this to him often when he was still a non-speaking baby. He would always be engaged by the artwork and colors whilst sitting on my lap. You can get more information about Gary Golio and his amazing collection of children’s books at his website. This interview originally appeared on WMMR’s website. Thank you for listening,

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