I was very excited to read this second installment, Simon B. Rhymin' Takes a Stand by Dwayne Reed. As a fifth grade teacher, I love it when books are right up my kids alley. I have a diverse group of learners and it is good to see that they can see themselves in the main characters. Unfortunately, it is all too common that academic clubs are being cut in the public school system, and this is basis for the main character, Simon and his friends Maria and CJ to fight back against these cuts. We finally see Simon using his talents on stage. That was wonderful to see. Readers will love the illustrations throughout. Perfect for upper elementary students in 5th or 6th grade looking for help visualizing.