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From Ibadan to Snowflakes
Paperback
Publisher: Heritage Grove
Published: Apr 15 2025
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.12 Width: 11.00 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What happens when everything you know changes overnight?
Amina loves her life in Ibadan, Nigeria-the warm embrace of her Nana's stories, the joy of playing ten-ten with friends, and the beautiful braids that Nana weaves into her hair. She excels in school, dreams big, and feels at home in every sense of the word. But when she learns that she will be moving to America to reunite with her parents, she is both excited and nervous.
How do you hold on to your heritage while stepping into a whole new world?
From the moment Amina boards the plane, she faces the realities of immigration, culture shock, and the challenge of fitting in. Her new school is different, her classmates speak in a way she's not used to, and even the weather feels unfamiliar. But as she learns to navigate this new world, she discovers that being from two places is not a limitation-it's a superpower.
With the guidance of her parents, who remind her that wherever you go, you carry Nigeria in your heart, Amina finds a way to celebrate both sides of her identity.
A Story That Resonates Across Generations✔ Perfect for young readers experiencing change, immigration, or cultural adaptation
✔ An essential book for classrooms discussing diversity, identity, and belonging
✔ A heartwarming read for families looking to celebrate multicultural experiences
Amina's Big Adventure is a powerful, uplifting story about finding home wherever you are.
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