Our World: Ethiopia

by Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam, Netsanet Tesfay (Illustrator)

Overview

Our bestselling global board book series, now in paperback with extended endnotes for older kids!

Selam! It's a beautiful day in Ethiopia. Have a breakfast of spicy chechebsa, ride horses in the park, and gather around the mesob for dinner. Even learn words in Amharic with pronunciation guides throughout the story.

• Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies sold
• Written by Ethiopian author, Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam and Ethiopian illustrator, Netsanet (Net) Tesfay
• Extended endnotes provide more insights into life in Ethiopia

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798888599129
Publisher:	Barefoot Books
Publication date:	03/17/2026
Series:	Our World
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	7.87(w) x 7.87(h) x 0.13(d)
Age Range:	2 - 3 Years

About the Author

Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam grew up in Ethiopia and raised his children in the bustling city of Addis Ababa. He works in the communications field to contribute to the world's Sustainable Development Goals. Fitsum loves to travel and has been to over 30 countries. He lives outside of Washington, D.C. with his family.

Netsanet (Net) Tesfay is an illustrator and a graphic designer who lives with her husband and two young children in northern California, USA. She is a native of Ethiopia. Her colorful and whimsical art is influenced by her heritage and rich Ethiopian culture.

 

Editorial Reviews

Even though board books are usually intended for very young children, it would also be appropriate to include this one in younger elementary school settings as part of a global awareness unit.” - School Library Journal

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