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ABOUT THE BOOK
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Welcome to Africa—a diverse, beautiful, and vast continent rich in cultures, languages, great minds, wildlife, and more!
Hear the music, taste the food, see the sights, and meet the people. This personable nonfiction journey beckons readers to explore African countries big and small and experience their vibrant arts and celebrations, notable figures, incredible animals, and diverse landscapes. Featured characters share their own cultures and identities, showing how we are all unique and similar in many beautiful ways. |
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Meet My Africa is a joyful, educational, and welcoming celebration of Africa.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ayo Wilson is a Nigerian-Canadian author and an experienced Early Childhood Educator and Montessori Teacher based in the Niagara Region, where she lives with her family. She has lived in a few other African countries, including Mali, where she began her family and teaching career in 2005.
With many years of experience nurturing young minds, particularly in preschool and kindergarten settings, Ayo has had the privilege of serving in both private and public schools. Her book, Meet My Africa, was inspired by her students' curiosity and eagerness to learn about the vast and diverse continent, combined with her deep passion for teaching.
Outside the classroom and when she isn't writing children's stories, Ayo enjoys spending quality time with her family, listening to music, and traveling. She speaks four languages—Yoruba, English, French, and some Bambara—and loves sharing information about Africa with young children.
With many years of experience nurturing young minds, particularly in preschool and kindergarten settings, Ayo has had the privilege of serving in both private and public schools. Her book, Meet My Africa, was inspired by her students' curiosity and eagerness to learn about the vast and diverse continent, combined with her deep passion for teaching.
Outside the classroom and when she isn't writing children's stories, Ayo enjoys spending quality time with her family, listening to music, and traveling. She speaks four languages—Yoruba, English, French, and some Bambara—and loves sharing information about Africa with young children.
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