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Thank You, Omu! (Caldecott Honor Book) Hardcover – Picture Book, October 2, 2018

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In this cozy, sweet story perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street as well as for the Thanksgiving season, a generous woman is rewarded by her community. A Spanish edition, ¡Gracias, Omu!, is also available.

Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself?

Debut author-illustrator Oge Mora brings to life a heartwarming story of sharing and community in colorful cut-paper designs as luscious as Omu's stew, with an extra serving of love. An author's note explains that "Omu" (pronounced AH-moo) means "queen" in the Igbo language of her parents, but growing up, she used it to mean "Grandma." This book was inspired by the strong female role models in Oge Mora's life.

Don't miss Saturday, also written and illustrated by Oge Mora!
 
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    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD630L
  6. Dimensions
    9.4 x 0.38 x 11.35 inches
  7. Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    October 2, 2018
  9. ISBN-10
    0316431249
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0316431248
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Thank You Omu by Oge Mora Saturday by Oge Mora Gracias Omu by Oge Mora
Thank You, Omu! Saturday ¡Gracias, Omu! (Thank You, Omu!) (Spanish Edition)
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Thank YOU, Oge Mora, for inspiring kids and families This Caldecott Honor Book is a heartwarming (and delicious!) story of sharing and community. Join a mother and daughter as they're reminded of what's best about Saturdays: being together. The modern classic of generosity and inclusivity is also available in Spanish!

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A 2019 Caldecott Honor Book
Winner of the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Illustrator Award
An ALA Children's Notables List Selection 2019
CCBC Choices 2019
A New York Times Notable Children's Book of 2018
A Bank Street College Best Children's Book of 2018
A Publishers' Weekly Best Book of 2018
A Boston Globe Best Children's Book of 2018
A School Library Journal Best Book of 2018
A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice Staff Pick
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2018
2019 E.B. White Read-Aloud Award Finalist
Jumpstart Read for the Record Selection 2019


[*] "A memorable tale of community and the unexpected rewards of sharing."―School Library Journal, starred review

[*] "A lovely story of giving and community founded in Nigerian culture. Delectable."
―Kirkus Reviews, starred review

[*] "Mora [is] a major new talent.... Rhythmic, refrainlike...this sweet story of inclusivity, gratitude, and delicious fellowship is also a feast for the eyes."
―Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A great choice...for introducing the concept of sharing."―Booklist

"A joyous homage... Mora's art casually yet vividly reminds readers of the diversity we encounter all around us, presenting her characters in all hues while acknowledging multiple languages in various cut-outs throughout."―Shelf Awareness

"[The illustrations] will have toddlers reaching out to grab them."―The New York Times Book Review

"Ideal...to use any time sharing is the theme."
―The Horn Book

"All at once fresh and like a classic folktale."―The Washington Post

About the Author

Oge Mora is also the author and artist of Saturday, and she has illustrated The Oldest Student by Rita Lorraine Hubbard and Everybody in the Red Brick Building by Anne Wynter. She graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in illustration. When not painting in her studio, Oge is in the kitchen cooking her late grandmother's recipes. Her first picture book, Thank You, Omu!, was a Caldecott Honor, a New York Times Notable Book and Editors' Choice, and a Junior Library Guild selection. She lives in Providence, Rhode Island, and invites you to visit her website at www.ogemora.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (October 2, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316431249
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316431248
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD630L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.4 x 0.38 x 11.35 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 1,000 ratings

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Oge Mora graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in illustration. Her debut picture book, Thank You, Omu!, was a Caldecott Honor, a New York Times Notable Book and Editors' Choice, and a Junior Library Guild selection. She lives in Providence, Rhode Island, and invites you to visit her website at www.ogemora.com.

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Generosity Has Its Own Rewards
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Generosity Has Its Own Rewards
This Caldecott Honor Book is a sweet story about sharing that is appropriate at any time of the year, but also ideal for the Thanksgiving season. Omu makes red stew ( a tomato based Nigerian beef stew) for her dinner. As it simmers, the scrumptious smell wafts through the air, and one by one, neighbors follow the aroma to her door. She is always willing to share. At the end of the story, she is rewarded for her generosity when people return the favors. I loved this simple tale. The cut paper and multimedia illustrations are eye catching and the reader will want to spend time later looking at all the details. The repetitive phrase will soon have listeners chanting along with the reader. The book is recommended for ages 4-8. Little ones will love listening to this book and the language is appropriate for a second or third grade reading level.
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Cynthia
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved by first graders
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
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Read this to a class that loved the story. Explores themes of sharing and respect for age and differences in the context of a memorable story and captivating illustrations.
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Jaime
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2024
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We love this book! It's a large size too which makes it great for bedtime reading.
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Nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars So cute!
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024
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Every teacher should have this book in their classroom and read it to their students. No matter what age they are.
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California Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book about giving!
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2023
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A story that stays with you, every child will enjoy this picture book while learning an important life lesson. A teachers must have for classrooms.
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Ben L
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book! Love the message and multicultural characters
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023
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This is such a cute book! The kids loved it too. I read it for a preschool group and they were very much into it. Making predictions about it and recalling things like what food Omu was making for the neighborhood.

The illustrations were beautiful and I loved that there is such much diversity within the text too. It was easy to read and not too long or short to keep everyone's attention.
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N. White
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautifully written and illustrated intergenerational story about the value of sharing.
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2018
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 Oge Mora presents a touching narrative about a woman named Omu who creates something so magical, so wonderful through the art of simple, thoughtful and heartfelt gestures. This is a thoughtfully bound book with rich illustration and a feel good story appropriate for children and adults of all ages. Highly recommended for schools, libraries, book reading groups and any special collection. This story transcends specific holiday curation making it a fabulous gift for all occasions and shares the message that sharing is indeed, caring. Highly recommended!!!
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Scott Froling
5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Story
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2019
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Thank you, Omu. I had the honor of reading this fantastic book at an Elementary school for Read for th Record. It was the perfect book for such an event. The story captures Omu sharing her delicious stew with the community, and when she needed help the community shared with her. It shows kindness from the heart and togetherness. The kids enjoyed this book and so did I. A beautiful and well written story matched with amazing illustration. A book well deserved of the awards. Recommended.
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Alyssa Ramos
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet and yummy
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2022
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I loved this book about sharing and community. This is a sweet and lyrical story about kindness and sharing told through food which makes it relatable and accessible to others. I highly recommend.
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CB
5.0 out of 5 stars Family Favourite
Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2020
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This book and Saturday, by the same author, are two of my son's absolute favourite books (and I love them too). Highly recommend this book and this author.
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Shipra
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a book with a simplistic, heartwarming storyline.
Reviewed in India on July 26, 2021
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Thank you, Omu!; an award-winning book that helps generate gratitude and generosity most simply.
Oge Mora‘s priceless book is one of those that hits the chord in the very first read, a book that promptly softens your heart and makes the soul smile.
It's a book with a simplistic, heartwarming storyline. Omu prepares a scrumptious thick red stew in a big fat pot for her perfect meal. As the stew cooks, its irresistible aroma attracts everyone in the neighbourhood. Omu generously shares her meal with everyone.
In the end, there is nothing but an empty pot. Will she still be able to have the best dinner of her life?! As she sits saddened, there's a knock on the door. A little boy comes with a thank you note for Omu. How the community gathers to show gratitude for Omu’s magnanimity is particularly touching.
This book made me all nostalgic, for it revolves around the perfect ingredients- food & love.
It is often difficult for children to share things that they love. This story beautifully sensitises them to what joy selfless acts of kindness bring when showered with gratitude.
The book is charismatic, not only because of the story but eye-catching artwork.
A dash of kindness can make this world a brighter place!
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Shipra
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a book with a simplistic, heartwarming storyline.
Reviewed in India on July 26, 2021
Thank you, Omu!; an award-winning book that helps generate gratitude and generosity most simply.
Oge Mora‘s priceless book is one of those that hits the chord in the very first read, a book that promptly softens your heart and makes the soul smile.
It's a book with a simplistic, heartwarming storyline. Omu prepares a scrumptious thick red stew in a big fat pot for her perfect meal. As the stew cooks, its irresistible aroma attracts everyone in the neighbourhood. Omu generously shares her meal with everyone.
In the end, there is nothing but an empty pot. Will she still be able to have the best dinner of her life?! As she sits saddened, there's a knock on the door. A little boy comes with a thank you note for Omu. How the community gathers to show gratitude for Omu’s magnanimity is particularly touching.
This book made me all nostalgic, for it revolves around the perfect ingredients- food & love.
It is often difficult for children to share things that they love. This story beautifully sensitises them to what joy selfless acts of kindness bring when showered with gratitude.
The book is charismatic, not only because of the story but eye-catching artwork.
A dash of kindness can make this world a brighter place!
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Joseph Deudqfa
5.0 out of 5 stars Very great book. Totally recommend it
Reviewed in France on August 27, 2020
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This is by far the best toddler book that I have ever read. I ordered a series of 6 books that got delivered on the same. Out of those 6 my 20 months old daughter picked this particular book probably because of the beautiful and colourful drawings. During our first reading I was personally captivated by the story, the structure, the vocabulary. Without doubt my daughter will love this book as much as I do as soon as she is able to understand the story. Great book.
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Red Bus Book and Theatre Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful cumulative tale
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 25, 2019
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This is a delightful and heartwarming tale where Omu hands out soup little by little to everyone in her community until there is none left for her! Luckily, the community return the favour and the feast is shared. The colourful cut-paper designs and the diversity of the community represented make this a warm book to be cherished. It would be a nice book to have in the classroom to discuss reciprocity and sharing. It might be fine to make and illustrate one's own school community - soup for the teachers, students, care taker, etc?
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Kristin
5.0 out of 5 stars Feel good with a lesson
Reviewed in Canada on June 9, 2020
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This is a wonderful story with a positive lesson to be learned.
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