Nana Akua Goes to School
Illustrator
Nana Akua Goes to School is a strong choice for readers looking for Black picture books and other diverse picture books shaped by identity, school. Tricia Elam Walker builds the story around a girl worries about classmates staring at her grandmother?s facial scars before learning the story behind them. Excellent self-image and family-story title with Black intergenerational focus Especially strong for conversations about Black identity, joy, history, and self-worth. Best for ages 4 to 8, with enough depth for conversation after the last page. Find more diverse picture books featuring BIPOC stories, then try Chooch Helped picture book next.
4
8
Gender
Publisher
ISBN
9780525581130.00
Reader fit
Best for this book
Age fit
Ages 4-8
Use for
Identity, School
Representation
BIPOC, African American, Black History Month
Language
English
A practical pick when you need a picture book about identity and school with enough story value for repeat reading.