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by Freddy Rodriguez (Author)
Vicki Brings the Beat! tells the story of 10-year-old Victoria as she copes with her father's passing by taking on the task of learning to play the drums for her school's talent show. Her father was also a drummer, and she sees this as a way to follow in his footsteps, showing how a child and parent can continue to maintain a connection through the impact of music.
Vicki Brings the Beat! encourages children to grow by being persistent, and touches on the subject of loss from a child's perspective in a gentle manner. Written for early readers, "Vicki Brings The Beat!" is a simple, lighthearted story suitable for children ages 4-9