Okra Stew: A Gullah Geechee Family Celebration [Hardcover]

This rhythmic, joyous picture book from Natalie Daise, the co-star of the hit Nickelodeon show Gullah Gullah Island, celebrates a special day of father-son cooking, and serves upa love letter to food, family, Gullah Geechee culture, and traditionand includes the author's own recipe!

Papa has something special planned for tonights family dinnerand Bobo cant wait! Excited to learn how to make okra stew like his ancestors, Bobo helps Papa pick veggies from the garden, catch shrimp from the creek, rain down rice in the pot, simmer the stew, and even make a tasty side of cornbread. When the stew begins to bubble and pop, Bobo and his family gather around for a mouthwatering feast. Perfect for fans ofFry Bread, My Papi Has a Motorcycle, andThank You, Omu!

* A loving family, a verdant garden, and Gullah Geechee traditions are key ingredients to this delightful stew of a story.' Kirkus,starred review

Natalie Daise is a magnetic performer, speaker, and artist who has long connected with young people in her community and beyond, sharing Gullah songs and traditions. Best known as the co-star of the hit Nickelodeon show Gullah Gullah Island, Natalie is embarking on a new form of storytelling with her debut picture book,Okra Stew, and hopes to continue to entertain, educate, empower and inspire. She has been married to Ron Daise, her cheerleader, supporter, and committed partner in creativity and life since 1985. They have two children, Sara and Simeon, by birth, and one, Sabrina, by heart.

A 2024 ALSC Notable Children's Book
A 2025 South Carolina Book Award nominee
A 2024 Southern Book Prize Nominee
A 2024-2025 Florida Reading Association Childrens Book Award

* A loving family, a verdant garden, and Gullah Geechee traditions are key ingredients to this delightful stew of a story. Delicious from 'dayclean' to 'when the sun red fa down.' Kirkus,starred revls&