![]() A pair of chapter books feature a young girl and her family who live in a large city. Again, this is probably, overall, a good thing to be exposed to. by Atinuke and Lauren Tobia Book 1 of the Anna Hibiscus Series. However, the author conveys quite strongly and explicitly that the BEST way to live is with extended family (aunts, uncles, grandparents) underfoot, which is not necessarily the American way. I loved that my children were exposed to a different way of living, from going to the store by foot, growing orange trees in your back yard, having a name that is a word (a little girl whose real name is "Chocolate", without being a joke or a play on words), and living in close quarters with family. But she lives a different life and holds different values than my family. Parent 2: I had very mixed feelings about this book. I also love how Atinuke artfully contrasted/compared life in Africa with other parts of the world, and also explained how modern life and traditional ways can co-exist. Join her as she splashes in the sea, prepares for a party, sells oranges, and hopes to see sweet, sweet snow. Although set in Africa, it has universal appeal and will resonate with young readers. Anna Hibiscus Atinuke 4.17 2,070 ratings349 reviews Anna Hibiscus lives in amazing Africa with her mother, her father, her baby twin brothers, and lots and lots of her family. It is a celebration of family and growing up. ![]() ![]() Diverse Easy Reader | Illustrated Chapter. ![]()
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