“The Accent,”
young readers are invited to join Caroline Smalling, a friendly and math-savvy 7-year-old, on a journey of discovery. This heartwarming contemporary fiction tale introduces us to Funke, the new girl in class, who hails from a diverse and distant land. As Caroline gets to know Funke, she’s puzzled by an unexpected twist – why does Funke refer to her as “Carorine“?…
“The Accent” is available across multiple platforms including print, audio, electronic and video.
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Set against the backdrop of a multicultural society, “The Accent” explores the intricate tapestry of cultural differences that often lead to feelings of insecurity and misunderstanding among children. With its relatable characters and engaging narrative, this early readers’ book takes readers on a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and empowerment.
As Funke and Caroline navigate the complexities of their diverse backgrounds, readers witness their transformation into self-assured individuals who draw strength from their unique attributes. Through their friendship, young readers learn valuable lessons about embracing differences, fostering harmony, and breaking down cultural barriers.
- Relatable contexts that encourage empathy and understanding
- Narrative approach that uses creative storytelling to address relevant subjects
- Demystifies cultural stereotypes from the lens of children
Author
My name is Adebayo. Most people call me Bayo while some call me Baba Funke. In my native Yoruba culture, a parent is often referred to by the name of their first child, hence ‘Baba Funke’ literally translates to Funke’s dad.
I was born and bred in Lagos, Nigeria. Growing up surrounded by families across different generations, I was very much attuned to certain cultural values such as language, food and dressing. That appreciation of my root remains with me to this day. To that end, my previous business catered to promoting and preserving indigenous native African languages.
Today, I live in the UK which is in many ways a marked difference from the world I grew up in from a cultural perspective. Notwithstanding, as with every environment, it has its fascinating nuances, hence I’ve been drawn by the multicultural nature of my present environment and its impact on me as a dad.
Fatherhood is the best thing to ever happen to me! Its journey is an inspiration for me to create stories that speak to the intersection between my world and daughter’s. The Accent story is borne out of my experience of that intersection which is relatable for people living in new environments.
I love building things, hence when not writing a new story draft, I can be found writing computer programs professionally or personally. You can read more about me on https://daddycreates.com/about/
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