"Yo, Bro, I Am Not a Monkey" is an inspiring story about a young girl named Akoma, a 9-year-old Ghanaian American navigating the challenges of fifth grade. When a couple of her classmates use derogatory language and refer to her as a "monkey," Akoma faces hurtful racism firsthand. Instead of letting these incidents bring her down, Akoma chooses to stand tall, stay positive, and take action. Through resilience, courage, and compassion, Akoma becomes a beacon of hope and a strong voice for equality and respect within her community. Her story illustrates the importance of self-love, advocacy, and the transformative power of standing up for what's right.
- | Author: Akoma Asenso-Okyere
- | Publisher: Imprint
- | Publication Date: Sep 11, 2024
- | Number of Pages: 40 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-13: 9798991486507
- Author:
- Akoma Asenso-Okyere
- Publisher:
- Imprint
- Publication Date:
- Sep 11, 2024
- Number of pages:
- 40 pages
- Binding:
- Paperback or Softback
- ISBN-13:
- 9798991486507