{"title":"Ozi Okaro","description":"Born in Canada, Ozi Okaro is of Nigerian decent and has spent a significant part of her childhood living in Nigeria. After gaining a bachelor of science degree in computer science and statistics from the University of Toronto, she worked as a computer programmer and business systems analyst. Then, upon earning an MBA in marketing management from Columbia Business School in New York, she transitioned into a career in global e-commerce, specializing in marketing, web experience, merchandising, and catalog management. Okaro now lives in the United States with her husband and four children. She is the founder of African Girl Brands (www.africangirlbrands.com), which focuses on toys, books, and other educational materials for children of African descent. Inspired by her kids' curiosity about their Nigerian heritage, she wrote her debut children's book, The Big Ceremony, to introduce kids to her country's unique customs.","products":[{"product_id":"my-africa-vacation-paperback","title":"My Africa Vacation - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive-year-old Arinze and his older sister Cheta wait impatiently for school to end. Mommy and Daddy have told them this year they're going to visit Africa. Arinze and Cheta have never visited Africa, but they've grown up listening to their parents talk about the wonders of the great continent.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting in Kenya, Arinze's family travels to ten African countries, demonstrating how vibrant and multifaceted the African landscape and cultures really are. They get to go on safari, gaze with wonder on Victoria Falls and Mount Kilimanjaro, and explore the continent's architectural and historical wonders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe best part of the vacation comes at the end though, when they get to visit their grandfather in his village in Nigeria. There, the family's connection to Africa is strongest. Both Arinze and Cheta discover a new pride in their roots--and a better understanding of where they came from.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIllustrated with vibrant photographs of the sights, animals, and places Arinze and Cheta see on their vacation, \u003cem\u003eMy Africa Vacation\u003c\/em\u003e teaches children of all backgrounds of Africa's diversity and richness--and encourages them to one day take their own trips to a continent unlike any other. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51445254914271,"sku":"9780997131802","price":16.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/hLN6eg04Cy9780997131802.webp?v=1790214913"},{"product_id":"the-big-ceremony-paperback","title":"The Big Ceremony - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamily. Culture. Traditions. These are important building blocks that can help children grow in confidence and self-awareness. As a mother and an author who proudly claims her Nigerian heritage, Ozi Okaro understands the importance of teaching her children the customs of their ancestors. Her debut children's book, \u003ci\u003eThe Big Ceremony\u003c\/i\u003e, offers an engaging introduction to a vivid cultural experience of her people-a traditional Nigerian wedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this lighthearted and fun children's book, young readers get to join six-year-old Cheta and her best friend, Kosi, as they attend the wedding of Kosi's cousin. Delighted to each wear her own stunning, specially designed dress, the girls can hardly contain their excitement as they experience the lavish festivities and witness the captivating rituals that are part of both their families' African heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn excellent choice for teachers and librarians looking to introduce students to the customs of an African country, this is also a great gift for children of Nigerian decent who want to learn more about their own culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51446626910431,"sku":"9781500411954","price":16.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/rRX7qUjSGb9781500411954.webp?v=1790232876"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/ozi-okaro.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}