Kente for Jojo
Ages 4–7
Picture Book
Jollof Day
by Bernard K. Mensah · illustrated by Annalise Barber-Opp
PublisherDial Books (Penguin Random House)
Age Range3–6
Formathardcover
ISBN978-0593406441
IllustratorAnnalise Barber-Opp
Year2025
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A picture book bursting with life and flavours about a son and his father cooking up jollof rice — the beloved dish that originated in West Africa. Early in the morning while the sun is still rising, a young boy wakes his father and together they embark on the joyful ritual of preparing jollof: scrubbing, chopping, blitzing, and stirring their way through the ingredients. With bouncing text that begs to be read aloud and exuberant illustrations full of momentum, Jollof Day is a celebration of the dishes that bring a family together. Jollof recipe included!
Perfect for
Cooking together as a family activityFather-child bonding storiesFood and culture classroom topicsWest African heritage familiesKS1 DT: food preparation
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