Barefoot Books

I'll See You in Ijebu - Paperback

$10.99

A Catholic girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip to spend a week with her Muslim extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Her days in Ijebu are filled with celebrations, traditions and special time connecting with family. Breathtaking illustrations and poetic writing draws the reader into the sensory experience of celebrating Eid in Nigeria, while detailed endmatter includes information about Nigeria and Eid al-Adha, recipe for Nigerian puff puff and more.

Age Recommendation: 3+ years old

Why We Love It

Supports skills and vocabulary building in areas of social-emotional development
Encourages vocabulary development
Contains great vocabulary builders
Supports bilingual language development
Highlights diversity in the community
Encourages connection with others
Promotes self-love
Woman-owned business

About Barefoot Books

Founded by two mothers in England in 1992, Barefoot Books has always focused on creating visually captivating books that celebrate diversity, spark curiosity and capture children’s imaginations. Our mission has endured over the decades and feels more relevant today than it has ever been.

Together, we have grown into a vibrant and diverse team focused on creating books and gifts that inspire children to be compassionate, creative and curious.