Hip Hop & Literacy Labs

Audience: Grades 4–12**

Description

Immersive literacy experiences where students analyze hip hop lyrics as literature, compose original works, and develop reading, writing, and analytical skills through the music and storytelling traditions of Black culture.

These labs go beyond engagement — they build measurable literacy growth.

Outcomes

• Textual analysis skills
• Vocabulary expansion
• Argumentative writing development
• Public speaking confidence
• Cultural literacy

Investment & Structure

🔹 4-Week Lab Series

1 session per week (90 minutes each)
Up to 30 students
$6,500

Includes:
• Curriculum design
• Student writing portfolio
• Performance showcase
• Pre- and post-assessment tools

🔹 8-Week Lab Series

1 session per week (90 minutes each)
Up to 30 students
$11,500

Includes:
• Full literacy unit
• Writing workshops
• Performance coaching
• Family showcase event
• Data summary report