A Good Morning for Giddo
$41.64
- Hardcover
32 pages
- Release Date
6 May 2026
Summary
A granddaughter makes her Giddo’s birthday extra special with a surprise gift in this delightful picture book that celebrates Egyptian art and family.
When Somaya and her beloved Giddo (Arabic word for grandfather) make their weekly trip to the market, Somaya is impatient to get to the tentmaker’s stall; she needs help to complete a birthday surprise for Giddo, but Giddo prefers to take his time to visit his many friends. At first Somaya is frustrated by the delay, but soon she sees t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593463215 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0593463218 |
| Author: | Irene Latham, Basma Hosam, Dahlia Hamza Constantine |
| Publisher: | Nancy Paulsen Books |
| Imprint: | Nancy Paulsen Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 6 May 2026 |
| Weight: | 369g |
| Dimensions: | 222mm x 262mm x 8mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
Praise for A Good Morning for Giddo: “Each two-page spread is densely detailed in a playfully illustrated style, featuring Egyptian foods, Arabic storefront signs, music, and more … Tender and gentle, this story, rooted in family and culture, is sure to remind readers of the importance of slowing down and savoring life.“—Booklist
About The Author
Irene Latham
Dahlia Hamza Constantine
From the bustling streets of Cairo to vibrant American neighborhoods, Dahlia Hamza Constantine weaves her Egyptian heritage into stories that bridge worlds. A former elementary school teacher turned author, she creates books that help young readers discover the magic hidden in their own communities.
Irene Latham
Irene Latham is an Alabama poet and author of more than twenty books for kids, including the co-authored African Town and The Cat Man of Aleppo. A childhood visit to Egypt launched a lifelong passion for Egyptian arts and artists, especially the Tentmakers of Cairo.
Basma Hosam
Basma Hosam graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts in Cairo. She has illustrated over 30 books in the Middle East and internationally, and she is the author-illustrator of the Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature winning book Something Looking for Itself. Basma lives in Cairo, Egypt.
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