Gumbo Joy
A young girl learns of the cultural significance of the pot of gumbo she cooks with her father each Sunday.
It connects her with her culture, history, and heritage. As the aroma of gumbo fills the air, her father reminds her that “‘Gumbo is the smell of love.’” When family members arrive for the meal, it’s a joyful celebration of family, love, and culture.
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978-1-7351239-8-1
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$14.24 | |
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978-1-959223-99-3
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$23.99 |
| Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 5 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, SEL: D Relationship Skills, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2022 |
| Publisher | Planting People Growing Justice Press |
| Imprint | Planting People Growing Justice Press |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 28 |
| Publication Date | 2023-01-01 |
Author: Robert P. Dixon Jr.
Robert P. Dixon, Jr. is a servant leader and community advocate. He learned these key elements from growing up in New Orleans, LA, while attending St. Augustine High School — an all African American male Catholic Institution. He is committed to providing families with the key tools to reach their dreams.
Illustrator: Amakai Quaye
Amakai Quaye is an impressionist, whose paintings consist of vibrant colors, movements, expressions, and textures which he freely executes with witty palette knife strokes. He also paints abstracts, portraits, and landscapes.
Narrator: Dr. Artika R. Tyner
Dr. Artika Tyner is a passionate educator, award-winning author, civil rights attorney, sought-after speaker, and advocate for justice. She lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is the founder of the Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.
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Gumbo Joy
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