Mayleen from Alogogreen: Learning to Play with Kindness (Hardback or Cased Book)

Mayleen from Alogogreen is a heartwarming story about a young girl who doesn't realize that her words and actions are hurting the children around her. She wants to play, but instead of making friends, she pushes others away with unkind behavior.

Everything begins to change after a loving conversation with her grandfather helps her understand the true meaning of kindness, respect, and friendship. As Mayleen learns to share, cooperate, and care for others, she discovers that being a good friend is one of life's greatest adventures.

Filled with valuable life lessons, this beautifully written story encourages children to:

• Recognize bullying behaviors
• Develop empathy and compassion
• Practice kindness and respect
• Learn healthy social skills
• Build positive friendships
• Resolve conflicts peacefully

Olori Oyin Kambon, also known as Mama Oyin, is an activist poet, storyteller, playwright, and children's author whose life's work has centered the cultural, creative, and educational empowerment of Black children and families. With more than 50 years of experience in early childhood education, she devoted her career to nurturing young minds through storytelling, drama, music, and community-centered learning. Mama Oyin studied Early Childhood education at LaGuardia College in Long Island City, New York. She also pursued theater arts studies at Cosumnes River College in Sacramento, California, and at San Francisco State University, where she emphasized Creative Drama for Children. Her passion for performance and cultural expression led her to participate in storytelling festivals at the renowned Celebration Arts Theater. Throughout her career, Mama Oyin directed children in performances of African liberation songs and poetry at community venues throughout Sacramento, helping young people develop confidence, cultural pride, and artistic expression. In 1989, she wrote and produced a short play about a Black superhero titled The Sweeper, performed by children ages 4 to 17 at DeFremery Park in Oakland, California. Through her writing, storytelling, and artistic leadership, Mama Oyin inspires generations with messages of creativity, liberation, identity, and love for community.