Introduce your child to the delightful tastes and rich traditions of African cuisine with "Emeka, Eat Egusi!" This beautifully illustrated book is a celebration of family, food, and cultural heritage that will enchant young readers!.
Vibrant illustrations that bring culture to life.
Heartwarming story that celebrates family and tradition.
Encourages children to embrace diverse cuisines and cultures.
"Emeka, Eat Egusi!" invites young readers to embrace their heritage and find joy in shared family traditions. It's a beautiful reminder of the warmth and love that comes with exploring our cultural roots.
From award-winning author Candice Iloh and New York Times illustrator Bea Jackson comes a “jovial…heartfelt” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book celebration of traditional Nigerian home cooking and the surprising joys of trying new things, from the perspective of a boy on the autism spectrum.
Emeka’s favorite food is jollof rice. He eats it every day. “Emeka, come and try this egusi!” Mama and Papa urge. But orange rice is what Emeka knows. He doesn’t want anything different.
Then one day, Emeka comes home from school to find Mama in the kitchen waiting for him to help her cook egusi. One by one, new things go into the pot. There are so many colors and smells and sounds! And Emeka is a great helper. Could it be that trying something new might actually be…good?
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This item will be ordered directly from the publisher after checkout. Please allow 5–7 business days for processing and shipping.
Introduce your child to the delightful tastes and rich traditions of African cuisine with "Emeka, Eat Egusi!" This beautifully illustrated book is a celebration of family, food, and cultural heritage that will enchant young readers!.
Vibrant illustrations that bring culture to life.
Heartwarming story that celebrates family and tradition.
Encourages children to embrace diverse cuisines and cultures.
"Emeka, Eat Egusi!" invites young readers to embrace their heritage and find joy in shared family traditions. It's a beautiful reminder of the warmth and love that comes with exploring our cultural roots.
From award-winning author Candice Iloh and New York Times illustrator Bea Jackson comes a “jovial…heartfelt” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book celebration of traditional Nigerian home cooking and the surprising joys of trying new things, from the perspective of a boy on the autism spectrum.
Emeka’s favorite food is jollof rice. He eats it every day. “Emeka, come and try this egusi!” Mama and Papa urge. But orange rice is what Emeka knows. He doesn’t want anything different.
Then one day, Emeka comes home from school to find Mama in the kitchen waiting for him to help her cook egusi. One by one, new things go into the pot. There are so many colors and smells and sounds! And Emeka is a great helper. Could it be that trying something new might actually be…good?
Special Order – Ships in 5–7 Business Days
This item will be ordered directly from the publisher after checkout. Please allow 5–7 business days for processing and shipping.
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