Best Selling Books by Ifeoma Onyefulu

The author, a member of the Igbo tribe in Nigeria, presents text and her own photographs of 26 things, from A to Z, representative of all African peoples

A proud young boy in a Nigerian village describes the important work of various members of his extended family, but it is obvious that he is most impressed with his grandfather''s "magical" work as a traditional healer. Excited to learn the ways of gathering the natural ingredients used in healing, the boy vows to carry on the dying tradition. "Grandfather''s Work" is based on the author/photographer''s own grandfather, who was also a traditional healer. The sharp, inviting images show life in an African village and invite readers and listeners to think about the work and contributions of their own family members.

Emeka sets off to visit his grandmother in the next village. He would like to buy her a special present and on the way he looks at all kinds of things, from six beautiful beaded necklaces to nine pestles and mortars. This counting book contains information about African life.

It''s Christmas time, and Afam has decided to create and dance his own masquerade, just like the big celebratory Mmo (masquerades) which he sees performing at festivals. Each time he starts collecting things to make his costume, family preparations for Christmas - haircuts, visiting the tailor, a church service, a trip to their village - get in the way. But in the end, Afam performs the most beautiful masquerade ever!

Chidi''s favorite color is blue--he thinks it''s the best color in the world. His older sister decides to teach him about other colors seen in their village--the yellow grain, pink flowers and green palm leaves. Ifeoma Onyefulu''s vivid photos open up the world of Nigerian village life and introduce children to a rainbow palette, African style. Full color.

Ogbo are a special part of village life in Nigeria, uniting children of the same age in a lifelong fellowship--a group with whom they celebrate festivals, share day-to-day chores, and face the challenges of growing up.

The author, a member of the Igbo tribe in Nigeria, presents text and her own photographs of twenty-six things representative of all African peoples.

Ekinadose wants his uncle to get married - then he can go to a wedding. One day, he sees people welcomed into his grandfather''s house. These visitors have come to collect their bride - and Ekinadose will be going not just to one wedding ceremony, but two! The stunning sights of a Nigerian wedding are vividly brought to life in this picture book.

Cooking pot, stool, basket, water pot and sleeping mat. All kinds of things around the home, with a vibrant mix of Western and traditional African objects. Photographed in Mali by an award-winning photographer, this is a unique and culturally diverse First Words book, with lots to look at and talk about. Also available in the Look at This series: - Food - 9781847802651 - Clothes - 9781847802644 - Play - 9781847802675

In this book set in Ghana, Stephanie is getting everything ready because Grandma is coming to stay. Grandma shows Stephanie how to wear traditional dress, reads her favourite book, and takes her to see real-life dancers at a festival. In return, Step

Hopscotch, cat''s cradle, the mud game, football, Waly… Many different ways to play, with games that are familiar all over the world as well as some traditional African games. Photographed in Mali by an award winning photographer, this is a unique and culturally diverse word book, with lots to look at and talk about. Also in the Look at This series: - Food - 9781847802651 - Clothes - 9781847802644 - Home - 9781847802668

Offers an insight into African village life and a special way of sharing, celebrating and making important decisions. One little girl tells how each member of her family contributes to the well-being and happiness of their village.

Hat, shorts, long skirt and top, wrapper All kinds of things to wear, with a vibrant mix of Western and traditional African clothing. Photographed in Mali by a multi-award-winning author, this is a unique and culturally diverse word book, with lots to look at and talk about. Also in the Look at This series:- Food - 9781847802651- Home - 9781847802668- Play - 9781847802675

En este libro de primeras experiencias, mamá ayuda a Deron a prepararse para su primer día en una escuela infantil de Ghana. Deron hace muchas cosas en este primer día: conoce a la maestra y a los demás niños, dibuja, almuerza, echa una pequeña siesta y... cuando llega el momento de volver a casa, se muere de ganas ¡por volver a jugar con sus nuevos amigos al día siguiente!.

Seen through the eyes of a young boy, Amarlai, this is a beautiful depiction of the customs surrounding a traditional Ghanaian naming ceremony.

Mango, rice, plantain, okra.All kinds of delicious things to eat, with a vibrant mix of universal andÿAfrican foods. Photographed in Mali by a multi-award-winning author,ÿthis is a unique and culturally diverse word book, with lots to look atÿand talk about. Also in the Look at This series:- Clothes - 9781847802644- Home - 9781847802668- Play - 9781847802675