Kid-hop

Hip-hop is great and all, but you know what it could use a little more of? Educational appeal for the kids. That's apparently the thinking behind Alphabet Rockers, a San Francisco group made up of Massachusetts natives Kaitlin McGaw, Maria Minidis, and Geoff Abramczyk. Songs like "Whether the Weather" are laid-back, smooth grooves that probably wouldn't sound out of place in a downtown lounge - if it weren't for the reminder for kids to put on their coats when its cold outside. "The Money Song" is a hip-hop jam about making change with dimes and nickels. Today they take it back to the (pre) school with a fun, educational performance for young kids. 11 a.m. $10, $8 children over 2. Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St., Arlington. 781-646-4849. www.regenttheatre .com [L.O.]