Spring 2025

The Amazing Foods of Africa

A to Z

  • Interest Level: Grade 2 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

From attiéké to zobo and all the amazing foods in between, The Amazing Foods of Africa introduces readers to the traditional ingredients and dishes cooked and enjoyed in many African countries.

Learn about injera, a flatbread eaten in Ethiopia with stew; waakye, a popular street food in Ghana; jollof rice, a favorite dish in West Africa; and the many ingredients and dishes like rice, beans, plantains, and stew that are common throughout Africa. Come along on this colorful and tasty journey through amazing Africa.

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978-1-959223-53-5
$18.99
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Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Social Studies
Category Diverse Books: Celebrating Differences , Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, SEL: C Social Awareness, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2025
Publisher Planting People Growing Justice Press
Imprint Planting People Growing Justice Press
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2025-01-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF014000, JNF038010, JNF069000
Dimensions 9 x 11
Guided Reading Level N
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Original artwork, Teaching Guides, and eSource

Author: 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.

Author: Dorthy Gbolo

Dorthy Gbolo is a first-generation Liberian American who calls St. Paul her home. Dorthy’s catering business specializes in Liberian and African American cuisine, using both to bring the two communities together and provide an affordable alternative food option.

Illustrator: Reyhana Ismail

Reyhana Ismail is a designer and illustrator from the UK. She has designed a wide range of books and is particularly passionate about working with publishers that encourage a love of reading through representation and inclusion.

Lerner eSource™ offers free digital teaching and learning resources, including Common Core State Standards (CCSS) teaching guides. These guides, created by classroom teachers, offer short lessons and writing exercises that give students specific instruction and practice using Common Core skills and strategies. Lerner eSource also provides additional resources including online activities, downloadable/printable graphic organizers, and additional educational materials that would also support Common Core instruction. Download, share, pin, print, and save as many of these free resources as you like!

The Amazing Foods of Africa

From attiéké to zobo and all the amazing foods in between, The Amazing Foods of Africa introduces readers to the traditional ingredients and dishes cooked and enjoyed in many African countries. Learn about injera, a flatbread eaten in Ethiopia with stew; View available downloads →