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Nana Akua Goes to School

Zura has great anxiety about introducing her beloved nana Akua to her friends. Nana Akua herself finds a solution that celebrates differences andamplifies love.
Age Groups: Big Kids, Little Kids, Toddlers
Skills: Empathy, Feelings, Similarities and Differences, Social Emotional
Author: Written by Tricia Elam and illustrated by April Harrison

Discussion Questions

  • What is different about Nana Akua?
  • Zura loves her grandmother, so why is she nervous?
  • Where is Zura from? Where is Nana Akua from?
  • What happens when Nana Akua comes to school?
  • What are some differences that YOU want to celebrate in your life?