Obara and the Merchants tells the story of a powerful hunter named Obara who lives in a town experiencing a famine. When he is finally able to eat, a group of hungry merchants appears! Will Obara share, or keep his food to himself? What decision would you make?

This DVD is an adaptation of the picture book written by Michelle Bodden and represents the first collaboration with Water Daughter Publishing. Based on a traditional religious story from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, it is one of a set of stories told to help people develop their iwa, or character, and to give guidance in times of uncertainty. Obara and the Merchants serves both purposes wonderfully, giving today’s generation a reminder from yesterday of the enduring qualities that matter.

The rich baritone voice of actor/comedian Alonzo Bodden narrates the story, and adds a whole new dimension to Obara the hunter and all of the merchants he meets. As a bonus, the DVD includes two versions of the story; one with and one without subtitles. This is so important for children learning to read - they can follow the words right on the screen.