Traditional &ldquo;juba&rdquo; rhythms have a long history. They originated in Nigeria as hand-clapping games. People who were brought to the New World as slaves fought hard to keep their culture alive against terrible odds. They transformed &ldquo;juba&rdquo; rhythms into work songs that were passed down orally.<br><br><b>Juba This, Juba That</b> is based on one of the most popular songs. With its strong beat and read-along repetition, it will delight small children. Along with all the fun there&rsquo;s also fascinating history and concepts including opposites and prepositions. Children will have fun discovering the story told in the art about a boy named Juba who follows a mysterious yellow cat on a magical, middle-of-the night adventure that leaves them both happy and ready for slumber.