My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles
The Amazing True Story of One Boy’s Journey from Refugee to Chess Champion
By Craig Borlase, Kayode Adewumi, Oluwatoyin Adewumi, Tanitoluwa Adewumi | Publisher: Thomas Nelson
About the book
In their escape from Boko Haram's reign of terror in Nigeria, Tani's family's journey to the United States was nothing short of a miracle. Then 8-year-old Tani started competing with his public school in the ultra-exclusive chess clubs of New York City – and winning. A true story of sacrificing everything for family and living with nothing but hope.
Tani Adewumi didn’t know what Boko Haram was or why they had threatened his family. All he knew was that when his parents told the family was going to America, Tani thought it was the start of a great adventure rather than an escape. In truth, his family’s journey to the United States was nothing short of miraculous—and the miracles were just beginning.
Tani’s father, Kayode, became a dishwasher and Uber driver while Tani’s mother, Oluwatoyin, cleaned buildings, while the family lived in a homeless shelter. Eight-year-old Tani jumped into his new life with courage and perseverance—and an unusual mind for chess. After joining the chess club in his public school, Tani practiced his game for hours in the evenings at the shelter. And less than a year after he learned to play, Tani won the New York State chess championship.
In this incredible book, you’ll discover:
- An inspirational true story of perseverance, hard work and love
- An eye-opening account of the threats from Boko Haram in Tani’s homeland of Nigeria
- The true power of the miracles each one of us can do for one another
A young boy with an aptitude for chess? Absolutely. But if you ask Tani Adewumi, he will tell you he believes in miracles and one happened to him and his family. This story will inspire, delight, and challenge you to believe, too.
Editions of My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles
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In their escape from Boko Haram's reign of terror in Nigeria, Tani's family's journey to the United States was nothing short of a miracle. Then 8-year-old Tani started competing with his public school in the ultra-exclusive chess clubs of New York City – and winning. A true story of sacrificing everything for family and living with nothing but hope.
Tani Adewumi didn’t know what Boko Haram was or why they had threatened his family. All he knew was that when his parents told the family was going to America, Tani thought it was the start of a great adventure rather than an escape. In truth, his family’s journey to the United States was nothing short of miraculous—and the miracles were just beginning.
Tani’s father, Kayode, became a dishwasher and Uber driver while Tani’s mother, Oluwatoyin, cleaned buildings, while the family lived in a homeless shelter. Eight-year-old Tani jumped into his new life with courage and perseverance—and an unusual mind for chess. After joining the chess club in his public school, Tani practiced his game for hours in the evenings at the shelter. And less than a year after he learned to play, Tani won the New York State chess championship.
In this incredible book, you’ll discover:
- An inspirational true story of perseverance, hard work and love
- An eye-opening account of the threats from Boko Haram in Tani’s homeland of Nigeria
- The true power of the miracles each one of us can do for one another
A young boy with an aptitude for chess? Absolutely. But if you ask Tani Adewumi, he will tell you he believes in miracles and one happened to him and his family. This story will inspire, delight, and challenge you to believe, too.
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What is My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles about?
In their escape from Boko Haram's reign of terror in Nigeria, Tani's family's journey to the United States was nothing short of a miracle. Then 8-year-old Tani started competing with his public school in the ultra-exclusive chess clubs of New York City – and winning. A true story of sacrificing everything for family and living with nothing but hope.
Tani Adewumi didn’t know what Boko Haram was or why they had threatened his family. All he knew was that when his parents told the family was going to America, Tani thought it was the start of a great adventure rather than an escape. In truth, his family’s journey to the United States was nothing short of miraculous—and the miracles were just beginning.
Tani’s father, Kayode, became a dishwasher and Uber driver while Tani’s mother, Oluwatoyin, cleaned buildings, while the family lived in a homeless shelter. Eight-year-old Tani jumped into his new life with courage and perseverance—and an unusual mind for chess. After joining the chess club in his public school, Tani practiced his game for hours in the evenings at the shelter. And less than a year after he learned to play, Tani won the New York State chess championship.
In this incredible book, you’ll discover:
- An inspirational true story of perseverance, hard work and love
- An eye-opening account of the threats from Boko Haram in Tani’s homeland of Nigeria
- The true power of the miracles each one of us can do for one another
A young boy with an aptitude for chess? Absolutely. But if you ask Tani Adewumi, he will tell you he believes in miracles and one happened to him and his family. This story will inspire, delight, and challenge you to believe, too.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes and games > Indoor games > Board, table top and strategy games > Board games: Chess
Where can I read a sample of My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780785232742
Who is/are the Author/s of the book My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles?
Craig Borlase, Kayode Adewumi, Oluwatoyin Adewumi, Tanitoluwa Adewumi
Who is the Publisher of the book My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles?
Thomas Nelson
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My Name Is Tani . . . and I Believe in Miracles is available as ebook(ISBN 9780785232742)
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