Families who loved A Visit to Grandad: An African ABC by Sade Fadipe often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when you want to bridge the distance between a child and their far-away relatives, or when preparing for a visit to a rural environment. This story follows young Adanah as she travels to a Nigerian village to visit her grandfather, using the alphabet as a guide to her new surroundings. It is a beautiful tool for validating the mix of excitement and unfamiliarity that comes with visiting a different culture or family home. Beyond just learning letters, the book explores themes of intergenerational bonding and the sensory richness of village life. It is perfectly suited for children aged 3 to 7 who are beginning to recognize letters and are curious about how other people live. Parents will appreciate how it celebrates heritage through lush, warm watercolors and provides a joyful, grounded representation of West African life.
