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Grandma Sankofa's House is the first children's book about African Indigenous Restorative Practices. Nia and Savannah are best friends who love playing outside together. The only thing they love more is going to Grandma Sankofa’s house. Grandma Sankofa’s House is a story that celebrates humanity and relationship building. Sankofa is a Ghanaian word that means, “looking back to move forward,” in a positive way. Like many elders of African descent, Grandma Sankofa engages her granddaughter Nia and the other children from their community in traditional African practices as a way of being in relationship, today many refer to that as Restorative Practices. Grandma Sankofa is always ready to practice Sankofa by teaching through traditional African practices like storytelling, call and response, song, dance, and games. This time, Grandma Sankofa is teaching about the importance of being a good friend. Grandma Sankofa says, “Be a good friend, Love and Listen until the end!” Nia and her friends enjoy being at Grandma Sankofa’s house because everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and everyone is free to be themselves at Grandma Sankofa’s house! Perfect for educators, families, and anyone interested in teaching children about building relationships through restorative practices. Read more ASIN B08M42D1JF XRay Not Enabled Format Print Replica Language English File size 19.2 MB Page Flip Not Enabled Word Wise Not Enabled Accessibility Learn more Publication date October 27, 2020 Enhanced typesetting Not Enabled