Crow is a very intelligent and talented bird with a bright future! He could be an architect, a professional athlete, or even a military leader... But there is one problem-- The Shadow will not allow Crow to succeed. Join Crow as he learns the secret to defeating The Shadow and achieving success! Parents, teachers, and mentors, Crow From the Shadow is an easy-to-read story that teaches children a valuable life lesson--YOU control your destiny! The story includes Fun Facts and four "Continue the Conversation" questions that will promote critical thinking and provide a teachable moment. Join us on our journey to #defeattheshadow "An engaging and encouraging tale about countering negativity." -Kirkus "I loved Crow From the Shadow and found its powerful message to be incredibly moving. What Crow loves, enjoys and envisions for his future is in stark contrast to what his shadow wants for him, which is a life devoid of joy. You can feel Crow's love and passion for life and then the sadness that follows when he doesn't listen to his heart...until the end, when he rises up and takes his life back. It takes true bravery for children to overcome the shadow's voice, but Olaolu Ogunyemi has written this beautiful and empowering book to help them navigate "life's hills and curves". Joshua Ogunyemi's dramatic images and bold colors convey the heaviness of living in a world devoid of joy until the moment Crow moves forward in his life and takes control. It is then that the heaviness is lifted, the images and colors lighten up, and a feeling of hope, for a life full of possibilities, is returned!" -Marilyn Sadler Award-Winning Children's Book Author, Television Producer, and Scriptwriter I really try to help my own children get out of anyvictim mentality and justification of self-pity. It gets us nowhere,huh? I can even find myself feeling sorry for myself sometimes and haveto pursue a paradigm shift so I can move forward with goals andgoodness ! Thanks for writing a darling book with a message for all ages! -SusieK. 5thGrade Teacher and Mother Wow! What can I say? I am truly impressed by yourinnovation, creativity, and passion to see others enhanced, enlightened, andactively pursuit of defining their destiny. What an amazing opportunity ourchildren have been given through Crow, to identify, highlight, anddispel the many myths and fallacies of our shadows. Whether we admitit or continue to deny its reality, we all have a shadow or many shadows in ourlife at which we must work diligently to overcome. -MichaelP. Pastor,Father, and Community Leader A loving husband, Father, teen mentor, and U.S. Marine, Olaolu Ogunyemi has a deep passion for working with children fueled by an unending supply of energy and imagination! Since he was young, Olaolu has been nicknamed the "life of the party" because he pours his exuberant personality into every story that he tells. As the fifth of six children, he is intimately familiar with the bond that is forged during quality storytime; thus, Olaolu was inspired to start writing children's stories to help create loving and memorable family moments. Olaolu writes in a simple, easily understandable language, and an entertaining style that keeps families hooked to his books while learning vital lessons about virtues and sparking a continuing conversation. Olaolu is a frequent traveler and in his free time, he enjoys playing music, exercising, and spending time with his family. Connect with him on social media! @captainono06parent-child-connect.com