Cardi B: Rapper and Online Star cover

Cardi B: Rapper and Online Star

Author: Duncan, Terri Kaye

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 3.8
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 1509
Points per Word 0.000331
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

This book is a short biography of hip-hop star Cardi B.

Quick Summary

If you're a fan of Cardi B or just curious about how she went from posting videos online to becoming a huge star, this quick read is a fun way to learn her story. It's written in a really easy-to-follow style with a lower reading level, so it won't feel like a chore, but it still covers the basics like where she grew up, how she got her start on social media, and what it took for her to break into the music industry. The book doesn't shy away from mentioning that things got tough sometimes, which makes it feel honest without being heavy or inappropriate for the age group. I think kids who enjoy music, pop culture, or stories about people who worked hard to achieve their dreams will get the most out of it. Parents might appreciate that it highlights things like staying true to yourself and not giving up, even when things are hard, which gives the book a little more substance beyond just the fun facts. If you've got a kid who loved "Who Is Beyonc ?" or similar music biographies, this is a solid next pick, just keep in mind it's a much quicker read at only about 1,500 words.