In a small filling Village in Ghana a child is being celebrated. A welcoming ceremony – “Kpodziemo” or “Outdooring” is held only after the mother believes her child will survive. This age-old cereomony is about the dreams of all parents for all children. Joshua Korley has been fishing his entire life. His most prized possession is his outboard motor. He Nets about $50 a week when the fishing is good. Joshua believes his lack of education has been a setback in his life. His daughter, 12-year old Victoria, has a dream to become a doctor. Public schools and Ghana are free, but overcrowded. There are 73 students in a class. Joshua wants something better for Victoria.

Includes Teacher’s Guide and previews. Grade Levels: 4-12. Subject Areas: Character Development, Culture, Debate, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Geography, Global Issues, Government, History, International Studies, Poverty, Religion, Social Studies, Vocations, Women’s Studies.