{"product_id":"9781400218288_tanis-new-home","title":"Tani's New Home","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTani Adewumi's moving true story of immigrating to America, developing his talent for chess, and finding a new home will inspire families looking for stories of hope and kindness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* 2021 ECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTani was just six years old when he and his family fled persecution in Nigeria and became refugees in New York City. Tani was amazed, and a little overwhelmed, by all the new things in America. But one new experience turned out to be the most wonderful discovery--chess! With joy and determination, Tani studied hard, practicing chess for hours on the floor of his room in the homeless shelter. Less than a year later, he won the New York State Chess Championship, and through one act of kindness after another, found a new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis picture book biography for children ages 5 to 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etells the captivating real-life story of a young chess champion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecelebrates the power of hope and hard work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereminds us that we can each make the world a more welcoming place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eencourages empathy and compassion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes beautiful digital illustrations by Courtney Dawson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis perfect for children reading alone; story time for families, classrooms, and libraries; and celebrations of World Refugee Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis exciting book about chess, family, and community reminds us all that home is a place where you can follow your dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tanitoluwa Adewumi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40701141942321,"sku":"9781400218288","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/9926\/3793\/files\/9781400218288.jpg?v=1781778667","url":"https:\/\/bakerbookhouse.com\/products\/9781400218288_tanis-new-home","provider":"Baker Book House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}