“Sharing is a lot like giving thanks — they both bring people together.”
Omu cooks a delectable thick red stew one afternoon — perhaps “the best dinner” she’ll ever have! As its delicious scent wafts up and down the block all afternoon, passersby and people from the neighborhood can’t seem to resist. They all stop by with a knock on her door, asking to try some. But will Omu have any left for herself? Don’t miss this lovely tale redolent of beautiful friendship, sharing and community. And Oge Mora’s collages really are divine.
Sharing our stories with others is what we as a society need to do, especially now, and we’re thankful that Oge Mora has shared this wonderful one about her grandmother. We’re looking forward to hearing many more.
Thank You, Omu! was written and illustrated by Oge Mora and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. It’ll be out on October 2.