Charlie and I wanted to share a fun children’s book as children go back to school this month. The book is called Introduction to Igbo Mythology for Kids: A Fun Collection of Heroes, Creatures, Gods, and Goddesses in West African Tradition (Igbo Myths) by Chinelo Anyadiegwu (Author) we received in exchange for this review. Inside this post is our affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchase.
Introduction to Igbo Mythology for Kids: A Fun Collection of Heroes, Creatures, Gods, and Goddesses in West African Tradition (Igbo Myths) is a great book for upper Elementary students learning History. The cover is so fun showcasing the people from that Country.
The book brings us a good introduction to the Igbo people and how they lived which was a #teachingmoment for my family. Through the book we’ve had the opportunity to learn something new and check out even more books on the subject through the Authors recommendations.
I believe all school libraries and History classes should have copies of Introduction to Igbo Mythology for Kids: A Fun Collection of Heroes, Creatures, Gods, and Goddesses in West African Tradition (Igbo Myths) for the children to read.
About the book:
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Igbo heroes, deities, creatures, folktales, and myths, including Chineke the creator, Ana, Igwe, Anyanwu, Ekwensu, and more, plus the story of the first mermaid, the legend of Udenolu the shapeshifting crow, and the story of the tortoise and the lion king.
The first definitive collection of Igbo legends and traditions for kids, this book explores the mythological origins of the Igbo people, the ancient Nri Kingdom, and Igbo cosmology before delving into the Alusi, or the core Igbo deities. Following this introduction to the pantheon of gods and goddesses, a collection of the most popular Igbo myths, folktales, and legends will immerse kids in exciting stories of tricksters, shapeshifters, and heroes, including:
- The Wrestler Whose Back Never Touched the Ground
- Ojiugo, the Rare Gem
- The Tortoise and the Birds, or The Origin Story of Sea Turtles
- Ngwele Aghuli, Why the Crocodile Lives Alone
- How Death Came to Be
- And more!
The perfect book for kids who are fascinated by Greek mythology or love the Rick Riordan series, Introduction to Igbo Mythology for Kids offers a fun look into the stories, history, and figures that characterize Igbo culture.
