Description: An endlessly charming picture book about how a Jamaican family living in Alaska keeps its culture alive.
While it may be cold and snowy outside their window, for a Jamaican family living in Alaska, it is warm and cozy inside their kitchen. No matter the weather, Mama's Sunday cooking reminds them of Caribbean sunshine. Author Patrice Gopo, a Jamaican American raised in Alaska, guides young readers through the seasons and how one family keeps their culture present in their lives, even when home is very far away. Illustrator Monica Mikai stunningly brings the majestic landscape of Alaska to life. Complete with an author's note, glossary, and recipe, Beyond Alaska's Window celebrates two distinct places and cultures with adoration and wonder.Review Quotes: Praise for Beyond Alaska's Window
★ "Inspired by her own childhood experiences, Gopo relies on sensory-rich language to paint vivid portraits of both her homelands--and to offer a vivid example of a family staying connected to their culture despite physical distance. Juxtaposition brings joy in this beauty of a book."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review