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• Egyptian Lullaby

  Pliska, Zeena M.

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  When Auntie Fatma comes to visit, she brings a little bit of Cairo with her in the way she sings. This gentle bedtime book is a window into a busy, bustling city.

• The Taste of Home

  Jalloh, Aminata,

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  The best part of December break is spending time with family and friends in Freetown, Sierra Leone...but this year, she's spending the holiday in her father's home village. Can Kabala be home to her, too?

• The Big Eyes of the Tiny Girl

  Ondjaki, 1977-

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  A little girl in Angola discovers she can't cry, despite how big her eyes are.

• Suuban's First Day

  Salh, Shugri Said, 1975-

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  Suuban is finally old enough to herd goats by herself in the deserts of Somalia! But taking care of animals all by yourself can be hard - is she up for the challenge?

• Oh No, Ojó!

  Onajin, Alaba,

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  Ojó, a Nigerian preschooler, loves to draw...but sometimes he draws places he shouldn't. Can his desire to make art be contained to things you're SUPPOSED to draw on?

• Oshún and Me

  a Story of Love and Braids

  Nelson, Adiba,

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  Hair Day is one of the best days of the week. Yadira's mother takes care of her hair, weaving in gold, cowrie shells, and confidence to take on the challenge of starting a new school.

• Space for Everyone

  Wedlick, Seina

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  The big dining table at Zainab's house is a gathering place for friends, neighbors and family. When Zainab's family moves, will they still have people to crowd around the table? A warm story of community by a Nigerian American author.

• Through Sand and Salt

  a Tale of Discovery Across the Sahara

  Zunon, Elizabeth,

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  Malik and his father travel through the Sahara, carrying salt to be sold in Timbuktu. On their journey, they'll pass through hot days and dangerous sandstorms, meeting other traders along the way.

• Democratic Republic of the Congo

  Nyoko, Mel,

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  A day in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is full of little adventures, from trips to church and the market to a scrubdown bath by the laundry!

• The Gabi That Girma Wore

  Adefris, Fasika,

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  The House That Jack Built travels to Ethiopia to see how a man's special-occasion clothing is made. From growing the cotton to weaving and purchasing the cloth, you'll take a rhythmic, rhyming story through the process.

• The Heart Never Forgets

  Ot, Ana

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  A West African masquerade is a little girl's opportunity to celebrate her grandfather's memory. How will she share her beloved Grandpa with her neighbors?

• Kantiga Finds the Perfect Name

  Mnensa, Mabel,

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  Kantiga's name isn't fluffy and light like the other girls in her class - but a story from her grandmother helps her realize just how important it is. Family legacies and the countryside of Malawi make for a reassuring book about taking pride in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Miryam's Dance

  Olitzky, Kerry M.,

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  Miryam prepares for Shabbat - but she can hear drums being played, and it makes her dance the whole way through! Learn about Jewish traditions in Uganda, including pumping water and gathering fruit for the Sabbath meal.

• Obioma Plays Football

  Unigwe, Chika,

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  At Obioma's old school, she was one of the best football (soccer) players in her school! Kids at her new school only see her wheelchair. Can she show them what an athlete she is?

• Smile With African Style

  Freeman, Mylo, 1959-

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  It's a big day in Miss Brown's class - everyone has come to school wearing their finest African clothes. They show off traditional outfits from all over the continent and share what makes them special.

• Room for Everyone

  Khan, Naaz

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  Just how many people (and animals, and scuba diving gear, and -) can fit on one little minibus traveling across Zanzibar? Find out in this rollicking read-aloud!

• Nana Akua Goes to School

  Walker, Tricia Elam

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  On Grandparents Day, Nana Akua will come to school - but will Zura's classmates understand why she has tribal facial markings? Celebrate Ghanian culture and the tradition of Adinkra symbols with this heartwarming book.

• Grandpa Cacao

  a Tale of Chocolate, From Farm to Family

  Zunon, Elizabeth,

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  A little girl's birthday cake becomes an opportunity to share stories about her grandfather, who farmed cacao on the Ivory Coast. You'll learn how cacao becomes chocolate in a warm family setting - and if you're hungry, there's a chocolate cake…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Night Market

  Wedlick, Seina,

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  Nigerian night markets are full of magical sights, smells, and sounds. Explore the many vendors with a little girl who has money to spend!

• Thank You, Omu!

  Mora, Oge

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  When Omu makes stew, everyone wants a bowl! You'll eat up this fun story of sharing, community, and the power of delicious Nigerian food.