We So Gullah Geechee: Adventures with Brut & LuLu - Welcome to DunbarvilleCreated by Dr. Mary "LuLu" Goodwin, PhD, RN
Step into the sunlit world of Dunbarville, a small Gullah Geechee community filled with laughter, love, and the proud rhythm of Gullah Geechee heritage. In this first story of the We So Gullah Geechee: Adventures with Brut & LuLu series, readers meet Brut, a curious big brother with a brave heart, and LuLu, his imaginative and shy little sister who sees beauty in everything around her.
The morning begins on the family porch, where the smell of warm cornbread and syrup fills the air. With their loyal dog Fred by their side, the siblings set out to explore the winding country roads of Dunbarville. A place where neighbors wave from porches, Momma B hums church tunes, and every path leads to a new discovery.
As they wander through their community, Brut and LuLu learn what it means to be part of something bigger; a family, a history, and a legacy that stretches back generations. Through laughter, curiosity, and love, they begin to see how every adventure, no matter how small, helps them grow a little braver and a lot wiser.
Rich with Gullah Geechee traditions, gentle lessons, and heartwarming family moments, this story celebrates the joy of childhood, the beauty of culture, and the bond between siblings, learning to see the world with open hearts.
Each book in the series ends with a powerful affirmation page, helping children build confidence, kindness, and cultural pride.
"I am Proud of where I come from."
Perfect for children ages 4-9, parents, teachers, and cultural classrooms, Welcome to Dunbarville is more than a bedtime story; it's a celebration of home, heritage, and heart.
Themes: Family - Courage - Curiosity - Cultural Pride - Faith - Community
Ideal for:
Storytime reading and classroom lessons
Black children's literature collections
Cultural heritage and identity learning
Early readers who love heartwarming adventures
