Have Fun, Anna Hibiscus! by Atinuke (Grades 1 -3)

Atinuke has told stories from Nigeria, where she was born, to adults and children in schools, festivals & theatres all over the world. Children constantly asked what it was like growing up there. Her first book – Anna Hibiscus – was her reply. In Have Fun, Anna Hibiscus!, Anna has never been away from her home in Africa. She has never met Granny Canada and she can’t wait to see snow! However, cultural differences become clear in Anna's eyes. Christmas is both familiar and new, with different foods, old and new carols and one splendidly decorated tree instead of lights everywhere.