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Nana Akua Goes to School Hardcover – Picture Book, June 16, 2020

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In this moving story that celebrates cultural diversity, a shy girl brings her West African grandmother--whose face bears traditional tribal markings--to meet her classmates. This is a perfect read for back to school!

It is Grandparents Day at Zura's elementary school, and the students are excited to introduce their grandparents and share what makes them special. Aleja's grandfather is a fisherman. Bisou's grandmother is a dentist. But Zura's Nana, who is her favorite person in the world, looks a little different from other grandmas. Nana Akua was raised in Ghana, and, following an old West African tradition, has tribal markings on her face. Worried that her classmates will be scared of Nana--or worse, make fun of her--Zura is hesitant to bring her to school. Nana Akua knows what to do, though. With a quilt of traditional African symbols and a bit of face paint, Nana Akua is able to explain what makes her special, and to make all of Zura's classmates feel special, too.

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4 - 8 years
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40 pages
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English
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Preschool - 3
Lexile measure

AD830L
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10.88 x 0.41 x 10.81 inches
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Anne Schwartz Books
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June 16, 2020
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0525581138
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978-0525581130
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“This lovely story explores the perennial fear of being different, while showcasing the great love between a grandparent and grandchild.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“An open-hearted tribute to children with immigrant parents or grandparents.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"This beautiful picture book offers a helpful perspective on cultural differences within a heartening family story." —Booklist, starred review

"Walker writes convincingly about how difference can cause unease among children, and her story offers a compelling portrait of a grandmother whose pride and poise put that concern to rest.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Offers viewers both the comfort of the familiar and, for those unfamiliar with West African arts, a tantalizing introduction to interpreting symbols. Most importantly, this calls for readers and listeners to have faith in youngsters to embrace a new concept with an open mind and enthusiastic spirit.” —The Bulletin

“Lucky for readers and for Zura, her grandmother has a fascinating cultural tradition that, in her first book for kids, Tricia Elam Walker presents with extraordinary grace and nimbleness. . . . [An] eye-opening picture book.” —Shelf Awareness

“A picture book . . . that captures a complex vulnerability that every child feels at one point or another.” —The Wall Street Journal

Praise for April Harrison's What Is Given From the Heart:

"[An] exquisite story of generosity. . . . Harrison has created soft yet dazzling illustrations for this tribute to faith, hope, and the African-American community." —The New York Times Book Review

"A sweet story . . . enhanced by delectable art from a prodigious new talent." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"This final book by the late McKissack (Let’s Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout) showcases the legendary author’s signature lyricism in full force and receives a stunning, aesthetically ambitious interpretation by Harrison, a fine artist making her picture book debut." —Publishers Weekly, starred review

"What Is Given from the Heart is a loving tribute to collective work, responsibility and the joy that comes from giving freely from the heart." —Shelf Awareness, starred review

"A treasure from a marvelous storyteller." —School Library Journal, starred review

About the Author

Tricia Elam Walker is the author of the novel Breathing Room, among other publications. She is an award-winning fiction and nonfiction writer, cultural and fashion commentator, and blogger who has written for National Public Radio, the Washington Post, Essence magazine, HuffPost, and more. She practiced law for sixteen years prior to teaching writing in Washington, DC, and Boston. Tricia is an assistant professor of Creative Writing at Howard University and is working on several projects, including children's books, plays, and a second novel.

April Harrison, a renowned folk artist, is the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award-winning illustrator of Patricia C. McKissack's final picture book, What Is Given from the Heart, which received four starred reviews and which the New York Times Book Review called an "exquisite story of generosity." Her work appears in the public collections of Vanderbilt University, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, the Atlanta Housing Authority, and the Erskine University Museum and in many private collections. Learn more at aprilsonggallery.com.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Anne Schwartz Books; Illustrated edition (June 16, 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0525581138
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0525581130
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD830L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.88 x 0.41 x 10.81 inches

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- #910 in Children's Black & African American Story Books
- #967 in Children's Multigenerational Family Life
- #2,457 in Children's School Issues

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April Harrison, was born in Greenville, South Carolina. Her career began as an LPN ( licensed practical nurse) but soon turned into a career as a medical claims processor. For 25 years/plus she worked in the insurance field .
In the late 90's, she decided to pursue her first love.. FINE ART.
In 2019, April took a leap of faith to pursue her art full-time, focusing mainly on children's books illustration. She is currently working on her third book, "Shirley Chisholm Dared"written by Alicia D. Williams.
Her original paintings can be found in both public and private collections worldwide.
Her first illustrated book, "What Is Given From The Heart" written by the late Patricia McKissack won the 2020 Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe award for new illustrator.
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My kids paid very good attention, asked questions, and picked a symbol they liked best

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'Nana Akua' bringing magic to 4 year old over and over again...

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I spend all my money on books. I don't review enough. But here I am for Nana Akua. This book has been bringing magic to me and my 4.5 year old for months. We find ourselves returning to this book again and again.

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This book has soo many different color children in it. So much to see in the images in the foreground and the background. Its vividly inviting!! WOW!!.

The writing embodies the holistic experience of a young child's insecurity. The young character has insecurity and sorrow because she has taken on societies discomfort with her grandmother's West African culture. It's beautiful to read how the grandmother reassures the young child by sharing the meaning of her culture and its value.

This book at its essence is a self love, self help book for any young readers that have experienced insecurity around being who they are because of other people's discomfort. I LOVED IT! It's so PERFECT for THIS era right now.

I will share it with my children who may have taken on society's discomfort too.

Thank you, Tricia Elam Walker and April Harrison. THANK YOU!!! BRAVA!!!

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I wish I could give this book ten stars! Or a hundred stars! This book is a treasure especially in these times when we are talking about diversity, culture, love and understanding. There is a lot of diversity in my family and opportunities to talk with my 3 year old granddaughter about color and culture are always treated with enthusiasm and joy. That is the heart of Nana Akua Goes To School. This book is sweet and simple and full of joy while it opens conversations with our little ones on many levels. This story and the outstanding illustrations reminds me that our world will be in good hands when we turn it over to a new generation. Please read this book along with your children and grandchildren. It will become one of those moments in your memory that you cherish!

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Great look at another culture

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A young girl brings her grandma to kindergarten and discovers that her fears about Nana Akua’s African clothing and tattoos being too different are what make her the perfect visitor. The author relates a story from her childhood which not only addresses the desire to fit in with one’s peers but also serves as an anti-racist example of educating white people in general about a different culture. The illustrations recreate some beautiful patterns and designs from Nana Akua’s culture. My granddaughter and I enjoyed this book a variety of ways.

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I purchased this book because I often dress in African garb, which my grandchildren are accustomed to seeing me wear. This book is absolutely excellent, even for a child whose family members were born in the US, and bi-cultures are practiced within the family. It can help to allay feelings of hesitation for pre-school/primary grade children, who may have the same feelings as the main character, and can help to start a discussion within the family, as well as help to provide a solution for children who are concerned about their family being seen as culturally different.

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Mila

Good for 3 to 5 year olds. Introduces Ghanaian culture

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 10, 2020

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Bought for 3 year old niece and 2 year old nephew. Both sat with me and listened to the story, so it held their attention - illustrations were good, story was a good length with appropriate amount of text per page for that age group. A good book that introduces Ghanaian culture and symbols to young audiences! Excellent addition to my niblings' multi-cultural library!

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Pamela

Great book with a great lesson

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Beautifully written and illustrated!!! I love the lesson in this story and also i love the teaching of a different culture! Disclaimer I am from Ghana myself so I loved it and so did my daughter!

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