Description

When a young boy receives his first smock as a gift, his Dada tells him that every smock has a special story. 

Will his smock make him as joyful as a harvest dancer?

Or as powerful as his royal elders, the Dagomba?

In his smock, what will his story be?

From Reuben Nantogmah, Samantha Cleaver, and Keisha Okafor comes a joyful and lyrical picture book that celebrates what weaves us and our stories together—past, present, and future.

About the Author

Samantha Cleaver and Reuben Nantogmah are a team of picture book authors who write stories that celebrate their Ghanaian American family, traditions, and community. When they’re not writing, they are parents to four amazing children and spend time traveling, reading, and dreaming together. Visit them at samanthacleaver.com/picture-book-writing.

Keisha Okafor is a Nigerian American artist and designer whose work depicts joy and celebrates people. Her work is inspired by her culture, the '90s, music, and fashion. She has worked with companies, including Spotify, Simon Kids, IDW Publishing, and YouTube. In her personal time, you can find Keisha solving nonograms or belting her favorite Spice Girls tracks. Keisha captures the vibrancy of everyday moments in her bold, texture-rich designs that celebrate her heritage and community.

Samantha Cleaver and Reuben Nantogmah are a team of picture book authors who write stories that celebrate their Ghanaian American family, traditions, and community. When they’re not writing, they are parents to four amazing children and spend time traveling, reading, and dreaming together. Visit them at samanthacleaver.com/picture-book-writing.