By Rosemary Etim Bassey
Ten-year-old Nigerian twins Jason and Jaden Ojo will launch their debut book, JJ the Sloth and the Twins, in Lagos on October 24.
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Co-written with their mother, Gina Ehikodi-Ojo, the book follows a character called JJ the Sloth as he helps the twins navigate everyday routines, including getting ready for school, eating, learning, playing and resting.
The idea for the book emerged after the boys were asked to write down their daily routine from memory. Their responses closely matched the routine their mother had established at home.
Ehikodi-Ojo said the project was inspired by her belief that children need structure while still having room for fun and creativity.
The launch will hold as part of the twins’ 10th birthday celebration and will feature a book signing, family activities, media engagements and the premiere of the first episode of an accompanying series.
The book is part of a wider children’s entertainment and learning project that will include more books, digital content, a plush toy character, and television and online series.
The first phase of the series will feature 13 episodes, with new episodes scheduled for weekly release on YouTube through JJ The Sloth Adventures.
The series will explore topics drawn from children’s daily lives, including dressing, breakfast, tidying up, screen time, science, arts and play.
The creators said the project aims to teach children about healthy habits and routines through storytelling, play and relatable characters.
Plans are also underway to extend the project to schools, libraries and book clubs.
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