I'll See You in Ijebu
| AUTHOR | Emenanjo, Bunmi; Ejaita, Diana |
| PUBLISHER | Barefoot Books (03/12/2024) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
A Read with Jenna Jr. Bookclub Pick on The TODAY Show! ? "A loving embrace of faith and family and a wonderful window into Nigerian culture" - Kirkus Reviews, starred review I'll see you in Ijebu...
Where my Iya Akin is
Her cooking, her jokes that make me giggle
Ijebu, where love lives Olu loves visiting her extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu, especially when she gets to celebrate Eid al-Adha with them. And this year is extra special, because Olu is finally old enough to help cook the Eid feast. She leaves the vibrant, bustling city of Lagos behind for green Ijebu, and finally arrives to see her Baba waiting for her with a warm hug. Olu's week in Ijebu is filled with games with cousins, time in the kitchen with her aunties, and finally a feast that leaves their bellies full. In a celebration of Nigerian food and tradition, I'll See You in Ijebu captures the joy of special moments spent with family.
Where my Iya Akin is
Her cooking, her jokes that make me giggle
Ijebu, where love lives Olu loves visiting her extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu, especially when she gets to celebrate Eid al-Adha with them. And this year is extra special, because Olu is finally old enough to help cook the Eid feast. She leaves the vibrant, bustling city of Lagos behind for green Ijebu, and finally arrives to see her Baba waiting for her with a warm hug. Olu's week in Ijebu is filled with games with cousins, time in the kitchen with her aunties, and finally a feast that leaves their bellies full. In a celebration of Nigerian food and tradition, I'll See You in Ijebu captures the joy of special moments spent with family.
- Relatable for kids who travel to see extended family for the holidays.
- Illustrates a multi-faith family who celebrates both Catholic and Muslim holidays.
- Endnotes include information about Eid-al-Adha and the food, fashion, and faiths in Nigeria (including a recipe for Nigerian puff puff!)
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Product Format
Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781646868445
ISBN-10:
1646868447
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
More Product Details
Page Count:
32
Carton Quantity:
80
Product Dimensions:
8.48 x 0.24 x 10.56 inches
Weight:
0.41 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Juvenile Fiction | Places - Africa
Juvenile Fiction | Family - Multigenerational
Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Religion & Faith
Grade Level:
Preschool
- 5th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
3.8
Point Value:
0.5
Interest Level:
Lower Grade
Dewey Decimal:
E
Library of Congress Control Number:
2023943132
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc.
jacket back
I'll see you in Ijebu
Far from my city home
Where my cousins play
Where my grandparents stay
Ijebu, where love lives
Far from my city home
Where my cousins play
Where my grandparents stay
Ijebu, where love lives
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publisher marketing
A Read with Jenna Jr. Bookclub Pick on The TODAY Show! ? "A loving embrace of faith and family and a wonderful window into Nigerian culture" - Kirkus Reviews, starred review I'll see you in Ijebu...
Where my Iya Akin is
Her cooking, her jokes that make me giggle
Ijebu, where love lives Olu loves visiting her extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu, especially when she gets to celebrate Eid al-Adha with them. And this year is extra special, because Olu is finally old enough to help cook the Eid feast. She leaves the vibrant, bustling city of Lagos behind for green Ijebu, and finally arrives to see her Baba waiting for her with a warm hug. Olu's week in Ijebu is filled with games with cousins, time in the kitchen with her aunties, and finally a feast that leaves their bellies full. In a celebration of Nigerian food and tradition, I'll See You in Ijebu captures the joy of special moments spent with family.
Where my Iya Akin is
Her cooking, her jokes that make me giggle
Ijebu, where love lives Olu loves visiting her extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu, especially when she gets to celebrate Eid al-Adha with them. And this year is extra special, because Olu is finally old enough to help cook the Eid feast. She leaves the vibrant, bustling city of Lagos behind for green Ijebu, and finally arrives to see her Baba waiting for her with a warm hug. Olu's week in Ijebu is filled with games with cousins, time in the kitchen with her aunties, and finally a feast that leaves their bellies full. In a celebration of Nigerian food and tradition, I'll See You in Ijebu captures the joy of special moments spent with family.
- Relatable for kids who travel to see extended family for the holidays.
- Illustrates a multi-faith family who celebrates both Catholic and Muslim holidays.
- Endnotes include information about Eid-al-Adha and the food, fashion, and faiths in Nigeria (including a recipe for Nigerian puff puff!)
Show More
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