Jollof Day
Ages 3–6
Picture Book
Sunshine Baby, Bofrot Cheeks
by Bernard K. Mensah · illustrated by Islenia Mil
PublisherLittle Bee Books (Simon & Schuster)
Age Range0–3
Formathardcover
ISBN978-1499815146
IllustratorIslenia Mil
Year2025
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Sunshine Baby, Bofrot Cheeks follows a day in the life of a rambunctious little baby and his Dad as they wake up, eat, play games, take a bath, and finally go to bed. With common Twi words woven throughout — from "Wo wɔ hin?" (Where are you?) to "Da Baby Da" (Sleep, baby, sleep) — this joyful board book celebrates the bond between a Ghanaian father and his son through everyday moments of love, play, and tenderness.
Perfect for
Baby shower and christening giftsIntroducing Twi to young childrenDad-and-baby bonding readsBoard book collections (0–3)Bilingual families
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“Such a sweet story. My little boy pointed at the pictures and smiled the whole way through.”
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“We've read this so many times that my daughter now joins in with parts of the story from memory.”
