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ENGLISH Books in the Nuggets to Keep Series celebrate the art of storytelling while also informing, educating, and entertaining children and families through lively illustrations and high-interest stories about simple, everyday subjects, traditions, and folktales. In this book, you will learn about the tradition of Day Names in West Africa. This book offers a wonderful opportunity for building self-esteem and self-worth in children. FRENCH Les livres de la série Nuggets to Keep célèbrent l'art de raconter des histoires tout en informant, éduquant et divertissant les enfants et les familles grâce à des illustrations vivantes et des récits passionnants inspirés de sujets simples du quotidien, de traditions et de contes populaires. Dans ce livre, vous découvrirez la tradition des noms de jours en Afrique de l'Ouest. Cet ouvrage offre une merveilleuse occasion de renforcer l'estime de soi et la confiance en soi chez les enfants. GA Oti ni akɛ ŋmaa Le Oto Wojii lɛ ji akɛ gbékɛ̃biii kɛ amɛfɔlɔi kɛ amɛwekumɛi baanya adesãi lɛ ahe, ni amɛbaaakase nii babaoo. Adesãi ni yɔɔ Le Oto Wojii lɛ amli kɔɔ jeŋbaa, kusumi, kɛ blema sajii ahe. Wolo ni ohiɛ nɛɛ baawa gbékɛ̃bii adãmɔ amɛnane nɔ, amɛbaana akɛ amɛmli tsii, amɛbaana akɛ amɛ yɛ nɔ ko mli, ni amɛjara wa naakpa. Agbɛnɛ hu amɛbaakase gbi gbɛi srɔtoi ni awoɔ yɛ West Africa yɛ wolo nɛɛ mli.

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""The story follows Auntie Miisher, who wakes up each morning with a sign that she will have a baby by dusk. Each day of the week brings a new child, and each baby is tied to the cultural significance of being born on a particular day. Alongside the story are playful rhymes, interactive activities, and bright illustrations that capture both humor and heritage. There's something very charming about how each baby is tied to nature and elements like breezes, sunsets, waves, and trees. It felt magical and grounding at the same time. The writing has a sing-song quality that would work well when read aloud, especially to young children. I'd recommend it to parents who like to read aloud with energy and to classrooms that want to celebrate diversity and language in an engaging way. BY LITERARY TITAN ""Shogologo Babies is a trilingual picture book (in French, English, and Ga) that tells of Auntie Minsher's forthcoming baby, one of several she's introduced to the world. Jan Vandenberg provides lovely illustrations to accompany this rhyming review of a soon-to-be-mother's consideration of the children she will welcome into the world on different days of the week: ""What shall I name this bundle of delight? His face radiates with sunlight, His eyes are keen but cool, His body as soft as wool.' Each day brings a different reflection and ideas of what she will name the newcomer. Exercises encourage adults who read this story to the very young to consider questions such as what day a child was born, their insights about the seven babies profiled in this story, and Auntie Miisher's habits, family, and life. Libraries seeking African-based stories and educational opportunities for kids will find Shogologo Babies a fine choice. It presents cultural reflections that are absorbing, fun, and perfect for child/adult interactions with its insights about motherhood, birth, days of the week, and more."" BY MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW ""Shogologo Babies is a heartwarming and lyrical celebration of new life, names, and tradition. Flora A. Trebi-Ollennu crafts a rhythmic and poetic narrative that feels both timeless and rooted in heritage. Young readers will delight in the musical repetition, while parents and educators will appreciate the introduction to day-naming customs from Ghanaian culture. Told in English, French, and Ga, the story is also a rich resource for multilingual families, offering a unique and inclusive reading experience for French-speaking and Ga-speaking households alike. Jan Vandenberg's illustrations bring Auntie Miisher's world to life, bursting with charm and personality. The book is a joyful read-aloud experience, rich with culture, humor, and heart. A beautiful tribute to storytelling, tradition, and the magic of family."" BY KID'S PICTURE BOOK REVIEWS

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