A Good Morning for Giddo, by Dahlia Hamza Constantine, et al.
Written by Dahlia Hamza Constantine & Irene Latham, with illustrations by Basma Hosam. First edition hardcover signed by author Dahlia.
A granddaughter makes her Giddo’s birthday extra special with a surprise gift in this delightful picture book that celebrates Egyptian art and family. Young Somaya accompanies her grandfather to an Egyptian market that is thousands of years old, tended by generations of artisans featuring the beautiful ancient arts of calligraphy, abalone inlay and tent-making. While they go from stall to stall, Somaya secretly collects supplies and help from the various artisans to finish making her Giddo's birthday gift. A wonderful celebration of art and culture and the bond between generations!
** Note from Terah ~ Dahlia is now a local author in Staunton, Virginia, where she has been heartily welcomed with open arms and hearts. She is a wonderfully vivacious and enthusiastic person with a BIG heart--and so much fun! Stay tuned for an announcement of a local launch celebration in July 2026, where Dahlia and her co-author Irene will share the story of Somaya and Giddo and the long history and traditions of this wonderful marketplace!
About the Authors
Irene Latham is an Alabama poet and author of more than twenty books for kids, including the co-authored African Town and The Cat Man of Aleppo. A childhood visit to Egypt launched a lifelong passion for Egyptian arts and artists, especially the Tentmakers of Cairo.
Basma Hosam graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts in Cairo. She has illustrated over 30 books in the Middle East and internationally, and she is the author-illustrator of the Etisalat Award for Arabic Children's Literature winning book Something Looking for Itself / شئ يبحث عن نفسه . Basma lives in Cairo, Egypt.
