Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight

Name: Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight
Brand: NewSouth Books
SKU: 9781517909659
Price: 37.99 NZD
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By Shannon Gibney

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Summary

Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight by Shannon Gibney is a delightful children's tale exploring cultural diversity through a culinary adventure. Sam, the protagonist, finds himself caught between his African and American heritage, experiencing a vibrant food rivalry between his family members. This engaging story highlights the beauty of embracing diverse cultures while teaching young readers about acceptance and unity.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This enchanting children's book might appeal to you if you enjoy stories that combine adventure with culture. It explores the rich flavours and traditions of African and American cuisines through the eyes of a young protagonist named Sam. With vivid storytelling and delightful illustrations, it's perfect for sparking curiosity about diverse cultures and cuisines in young readers.

Description

Six-year-old Sam, with his Liberian dad and African American mom, finds a way to bring everyone in his cross-cultural family together at the dinner table.

Rice and okra soup: Sam's auntie from Liberia made it, and it's Dad's favourite. Mum, homegrown in Minnesota, made spaghetti and meatballs. And Sam? He's just hungry, but no matter what he chooses to eat, someone will be disappointed. Caught in the middle of his family's African and American food fight, Sam gets a little help from his grumbling stomach—and readers of this seriously funny book by Shannon Gibney get a peek at cultures colliding in a family kitchen that work out in a very delicious way. Charly Palmer's vibrant and captivating illustrations make this gentle lesson in getting along a bright and colourful visual feast as well.

Cassava leaf torbogee or homemade sausage pizza? Sam's family recipes bring Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight to an apt and happy ending—and readers can decide which dinner is best. But, really, why not both?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight by Shannon Gibney and Charly Palmer is praised for its vibrant illustrations and relatable themes, evoking cherished food-related memories. It's highly recommended for young readers, serving as an excellent tool for promoting discussions on acceptance and diversity in classrooms.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781517909659

Publisher: University of Minnesota Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: University of Minnesota Press

Illustration: 45 color plates

Contributors:

Illustrated by Charly Palmer

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 267.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Shannon Gibney Young Adult

About the Author

Shannon Gibney is a writer, educator, activist, and author of See No Color and Dream Country, young adult novels that won Minnesota Book Awards. A Bush Artist and McKnight Writing fellow, her memoir exploring transracial adoption and her YA anthology of stories about adoptees by adoptees will also be published in 2023. She teaches writing in the English department at Minneapolis College.

Charly Palmer is a fine artist, illustrator, teacher, and mentor whose book illustrations include There's a Dragon in My Closet, Rainy Day Rocketship, I Can Write the World, All Boys Aren't Blue, and Mama Africa, for which he received the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award.