Conversational Igbo for kids is a bilingual kid-friendly book for learning regular conversations in Igbo language.
Learn to converse in Igbo language using 14 real life situations. Igbo is a popularly spoken language in South-Eastern Nigeria and across the Igbo diaspora. Learn conversational Igbo with fictional characters Ngozi and Obinna as they engage in different regular conversations across 14 situations including shopping, asking for directions, commuting, emergencies, moods and more. Conversational Igbo is organized in illustrated panels for ease of understanding.
Each topic is a standalone that includes lessons, activities and audio references (free downloadable audio files) that you can listen to while you learn. Conversational Igbo includes 14 topics. The topics have been carefully vetted by different Igbo speakers including teachers. The content were developed and recorded by Igbo speaking teachers. The audio references were prepared and voiced by native Igbo speakers and writers in Nigeria using the standard Igbo - Igbo Izugbe. Topics covered include:
Pronouns
Learn Igbo language pronouns for describing yourself and others in the first, second and third persons with examples.
Question words
Learn the use of different Igbo language question words - What, Why, Where, When, How and Which - along with examples.
Introductions
Learn basic introductory sentences in Igbo language when meeting a new friend.
Understanding
This presents the learner with a better understanding of Igbo by teaching how to seek clarification, ask for repetition, express your understanding or lack of understanding on a subject etc.
Shopping
Learn how to interact in the market place with different Igbo sentences for shopping.
Dining
Learn how to engage in Igbo conversations related to dining: requesting for specific food items, cost of service, letting someone know you’re full, not full or want more food etc.
Drinks
Learn how to engage in Igbo conversations related to drinks. You’ll learn how to let someone know you’re thirsty, ask for specific drinks etc.
Commuting
At the end of this topic, you will become familiar with different Igbo phrases and sentences for hailing taxis, asking for a destination, asking for the fare etc. during short commutes.
Travelling
Learn different expressions related to travelling in Igbo.
Directions
Aderoju needs help getting to the market, hence you’ll learn how to ask for directions in Igbo.
Moods
With Ngozi's mood swings come lots of Igbo expressions describing her moods. You’ll learn how to express your anger, love, irritation, excitement etc. in Igbo language.
Emergencies
Learn different Igbo expressions for describing emergencies such as getting lost, losing her money, feeling pressed etc.
Staying in touch
Learn to catch up with friends and families in Igbo.
Glossary - Everyday Phrases
This presents dozens of everyday Igbo phrases that’ll come in handy in day-to-day engagements.
