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The Jollof Project
Once upon a time, two young girls from South Carolina decided to make Ghanaian and Nigerian Jollof for their school fair. This fictional story is based on their experience.
Marjy Marj's Jollof Project is a joyful celebration of learning, curiosity, skill, culture, friendship, family, and belonging.
Marjy Marj's Jollof Project is a joyful celebration of learning, curiosity, skill, culture, friendship, family, and belonging.
58 pages, Paperback
Published September 12, 2023
About the author
Marjy Marj
16 books36 followersMarjy Marj is a Ghanaian American writer based in the Carolinas. Her books often explore themes of identity, resilience, empowerment, and cultural diversity, drawing readers into vibrant worlds that reflect real-life complexities. Outside of writing, she is passionate about community engagement.
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September 14, 2023
Another Great Lesson
I enjoyed the story about Jollof rice. This book is fun, informative, and a wonderful lesson for children. I will try the recipe with my nieces.
The pictures and illustrations have very nice bright vivid colors. The book has lessons on cooperation, teamwork, cooking, planning, and social skills.
Another wonderful story from this author!
I enjoyed the story about Jollof rice. This book is fun, informative, and a wonderful lesson for children. I will try the recipe with my nieces.
The pictures and illustrations have very nice bright vivid colors. The book has lessons on cooperation, teamwork, cooking, planning, and social skills.
Another wonderful story from this author!
November 17, 2023
Probably it wasn't a great idea to read this book when I was hungry, but the story is original. I'm quite intrigued by the peanut butter soup. The takeaway lesson from this story is to be proud of your country's own cuisine, which is a topic I don't think I've ever read about in a children's book.
November 29, 2023
Great read!
The Jollof Project was a great read! I loved how the author used food as a way to get young readers thinking about food differently. Food seems to bring everyone together. I loved how this was a simple story about a school project with a little competition between two girls. What a great read for any young child interested in learning about different types of food.
The Jollof Project was a great read! I loved how the author used food as a way to get young readers thinking about food differently. Food seems to bring everyone together. I loved how this was a simple story about a school project with a little competition between two girls. What a great read for any young child interested in learning about different types of food.
September 27, 2023
A fun book
Ama and Obi both make Jollof from different backgrounds. I like that the author included the recipe so that you can make it yourself. Variety of graphics are being used. This book is good for school aged children.
Ama and Obi both make Jollof from different backgrounds. I like that the author included the recipe so that you can make it yourself. Variety of graphics are being used. This book is good for school aged children.
September 28, 2023
Heritage
Simply written and insightful book. Engagingly vibrant illustrations. Cultural highlights. This story carries a useful message that we all should heed. Kudos to the author!
Simply written and insightful book. Engagingly vibrant illustrations. Cultural highlights. This story carries a useful message that we all should heed. Kudos to the author!
December 5, 2023
Jollof for the Win!
In this short story about a school project, Ama learns about a new dish. This cute read is a must for children who want to learn about food from other countries!
In this short story about a school project, Ama learns about a new dish. This cute read is a must for children who want to learn about food from other countries!
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