Discover a joyful way to introduce your child to school life while connecting them with one of Africa's richest languages and cultures. Kúnmi's Day At School is a vibrant Yorùbá-English picture book that takes young readers through Kúnmi's exciting day of learning, friendship, creativity, and discovery at school.
From arriving at school and meeting classmates, to lessons, playtime, lunchtime, and story time, each moment introduces familiar classroom experiences children can relate to. Through colourful illustrations and simple, repeated bilingual phrases, young learners naturally build Yorùbá vocabulary, pronunciation, and expressions while strengthening their English literacy and confidence.
Why children (and parents) love this book:
Bilingual learning made fun - Yorùbá words are paired with English, with tonal marks included to help guide pronunciation.
Engaging illustrations - bright, playful artwork keeps children excited to explore every page.
Familiar school experiences - classroom routines, friendships, and learning activities help children feel connected to the story.
Supports language development - repetition, rhythm, and visual cues help children ages 3-8 learn naturally and confidently.
Celebrates cultural heritage - a warm introduction to Yorùbá, one of Africa's most widely spoken languages, spoken by millions worldwide.
Great for families and classrooms - ideal for bedtime reading, homeschooling, early years education, and bilingual learning environments.
Who is this book for?
Parents who want to teach their children Yorùbá while supporting English literacy.
Families in the diaspora looking to reconnect with their roots.
Teachers and educators introducing African languages and cultures to their classrooms.
Anyone seeking engaging, inclusive picture books that celebrate cultural diversity and early learning.
Additional Features:
Bilingual text with tonal marks - helps readers pronounce Yorùbá words correctly.
Downloadable activity sheet - extends learning beyond the book (available via the Learn With Kúnmi website).
Kúnmi's Day At School is more than a picture book-it's an invitation to celebrate learning, friendship, culture, and language together. Whether you are Yorùbá-speaking, part of the diaspora, or simply want to introduce your child to a new language, this book makes learning joyful, familiar, and memorable.
Join Kúnmi on her school adventure today and inspire your child with the gift of language, culture, and storytelling.
