Reading Age: 4-8 years
Grade Level: Preschool – 3
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Publication Date: October 3, 2023
It is time for the annual potluck lunch at school. Kofi, a Ghanaian American youngster feels uneasy about sharing food that his family prepares at home. He feels that the dishes are different from the ones that other students eat so he delays informing his family about the potluck. Kofi’s grandfather realizes his grandson’s feelings and takes him to a food market where he educates Kofi about his family, spices, foods and their ties to the history of slavery. On the day of the potluck, Kofi proudly shares his heritage and a dish of jollof rice. Sewn throughout this picture book are words in Twi, a Ghanaian language, such as maame, paapa, nanabarima, onuabaa to name a few. Illustrations are child friendly and easy to understand. This book is enlightening and could be used for slightly older children as well. An excellent addition to any library shelf. A recipe for jollof rice is included.
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