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Okra stew a Gullah Geechee family celebration

Papa has something special planned for tonight's family dinner--and Bobo can't wait! Excited to learn how to make okra stew like his ancestors, Bobo helps Papa pick veggies from the garden, catch shrimp from the creek, rain down rice in the pot, simmer the stew, and even make a tasty side of cornbre...

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Main Author: Daise, Natalie (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Henry Holt, 2023.
Subjects:
Gullahs > Juvenile fiction.
Gullah cooking > Juvenile fiction.
Stews > Juvenile fiction.
African American families > Juvenile fiction.
Picture books.
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Summary:Papa has something special planned for tonight's family dinner--and Bobo can't wait! Excited to learn how to make okra stew like his ancestors, Bobo helps Papa pick veggies from the garden, catch shrimp from the creek, rain down rice in the pot, simmer the stew, and even make a tasty side of cornbread. When the stew begins to bubble and pop, Bobo and his family gather around for a mouthwatering feast.
Physical Description:1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
ISBN:9781250849663
1250849667
Author Notes:Natalie Daise is a magnetic performer, speaker, and artist who has long connected with young people in her community and beyond, sharing Gullah songs and traditions. Best known as the co-star of the hit Nickelodeon show "Gullah Gullah Island," Natalie is embarking on a new form of storytelling with her debut picture book, Okra Stew , and hopes to continue to entertain, educate, empower and inspire. She has been married to Ron Daise, her cheerleader, supporter, and committed partner in creativity and life since 1985. They have two children, Sara and Simeon, by birth, and one, Sabrina, by heart.

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