Omari's Big Tree and the Mighty Djembe
Published: August 30, 2022
"Our gift to the next generation is to prepare them to be global citizens, global thinkers. Books can be that point of entry. The real world is a salad bowl, not a melting pot. And a healthy bookshelf should be as the real world is - an array of ideas, contexts and experiences that not only grow our children up but develop their understanding of the world." - Abena Sankofa Imhotep
REVIEWS
"Omari's Big Tree and the Mighty Djembe explores themes of tradition, family, and community. A sweet, colorful read that kids will love."
- Beth Eslinger, dsm Magazine
"She weaves meaningful messages into her special story as children, and adults, follow Omari as he travels a path of personal illumination. A favorite to be read and re-read in families who add this to their children's library."
- John Busbee, The Culture Buzz
"A joyful, inspiring picture book!"
- Charity Nebbe, host of Iowa Public Radio's Talk of Iowa
"I read your book to my class and they loved it!! I told all of the parents to check out the book and purchase it for their own families. Thank you for this amazing book!"
- Ms. Woods, Illinois teacher
"Literacy is such an important key to aiding in the development of life's richness, opening doors of opportunities and knowledge, etc. Abena Sankofa Imhotep is a jewel in our community. A huge THANK YOU."
- Ms. Hunafa, Iowa teacher, retired
"A really fun & heartwarming children's story and I highly recommend this great children's book."
- Tyler Granger, author of Iowa Trouble
"I loved this book. I visit Ghana regularly and see djembe drums at markets often. They are a common sight in sub-Saharan Africa."
- Ana Morris, author of G is for Ghana
"This book is beautiful. The best part is the encouragement for our kids to dream with their hearts."
- Glo Rose, author The Flag in Me: America
"The book is a way to speak on environmental issues and share how even children can help improve our environmental condition."
- Greater Des Moines Partnership
