Anna Hibiscus’ life is never lonely (or alone), but full of family, cooking, singing, and stories. When Anna Hibiscus’ aunties hear that her mother, who was raised in Canada, used to have a bedroom to herself, they feel sorry that she had to be alone. Young American readers might be surprised that Anna Hibiscus’ grandparents, aunties, uncles, and cousins all live in one house together. At the same time, these stories provide a window into the life of an African family. Many of Anna Hibiscus’ experiences are universal – taking care of her younger brothers, or being bored, for instance. Anna Hibiscus by Nigerian-born author Atinuke is the first in a series of early chapter books about a little girl who lives in Africa – “amazing Africa” – with her large extended family.
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