Thank You, Omu!

Oge Mora's Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, "Thank You, Omu!", tells the delightful story of a kind grandmother figure, Omu, whose delicious stew attracts every neighbor in her vibrant community. One by one, she shares her meal until her pot is empty. Just when it seems she has nothing left for herself, her grateful neighbors return with a feast of their own, demonstrating the beautiful cycle of generosity and community spirit. Illustrated with vibrant cut-paper designs, this book is perfect for ages 3-7 and beautifully models themes of sharing, kindness, and gratitude.

A Caldecott Honor Book In this cozy, sweet story perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street as well as for the Thanksgiving season, a generous woman is rewarded by her community. A Spanish edition, ¡Gracias, Omu!, is also available. Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself? Debut author-illustrator Oge Mora brings to life a heartwarming story of sharing and community in colorful cut-paper designs as luscious as Omu's stew, with an extra serving of love. An author's note explains that "Omu" (pronounced AH-moo) means "queen" in the Igbo language of her parents, but growing up, she used it to mean "Grandma." This book was inspired by the strong female role models in Oge Mora's life. Don't miss Saturday, also written and illustrated by Oge Mora!