Waa Gwaan Jimi: Welcome to the Jungle

By Danielle Dowie

Join the adventure for cool jungle rhymes,

lions, giraffes, and swinging tree vines.

Meet all the animals in the forest sunshine.

Waa Gwaan Jimi it's Jungle fun time

Waa Gwaan Jimi: Welcome to the Jungle is a fun and colourful book that takes children on a thrilling journey through the jungle with Jimi, a brave and curious Jamaican boy. Along the way, Jimi meets thirteen amazing animals, from lions and giraffes to gorillas and elephants, who greet him with a friendly and familiar phrase: "Waa Gwaan Jimi " This means "Hello " or "What's up?" in Jimi's native Jamaican language. Jimi is delighted and surprised by this warm welcome, and feels right at home in the jungle. He learns about the animals and enjoys their company and friendship.

Waa Gwaan Jimi: Welcome to the Jungle is more than just a picture book. It is also a language book that introduces children to the Jamaican language, celebrating the rich culture and history of Jamaica. The book features bilingual English-Jamaican text, with the Jamaican words highlighted in bold. The book also includes a bonus phonetic alphabet guide to the Jamaican language, with examples and pronunciations. By reading this book, children will not only have fun and adventure, but also learn a new and exciting language that will broaden their horizons and perspectives.

Waa Gwaan Jimi: Welcome to the Jungle is a perfect book for parents, teachers, guardians, and anyone who wants to inspire children to love animals, rhymes, languages, and different cultures. It is a great gift that will spark children's imagination, curiosity, and creativity. This book will make children laugh, smile, and say "Waa Gwaan Jimi "

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1957643005
• ISBN13: 9781957643007
• Release Date: April 2022
• Publisher: Danidow Publishing
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3