Every child should learn about ancient Kush. K.N. Chimbiri has taught hands-on cross curricular workshops for children of all ages.
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K.N. Chimbiri is a children's author who currently lives in London. She has been passionate about Black history since her high school days in Barbados.
Particularly drawn to the classical eras of African history, in recent years she has given talks on the ancient Nile Valley, especially ancient Kush, at London museums and has appeared in the award-winning documentary Nubian Spirit: The African Legacy of the Nile Valley (2008).
She has been a member of the Sudan Archaeological Research Society based at the British Museum for several years. In 2009 K.N. Chimbiri set up her own publishing house, Golden Destiny Ltd to specialise in Black history and non-fiction books for children. The Step Back in Time to Ancient Kush activity book is the first published title.
Forthcoming events
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| Monday 17th October 2011 6.30 – 7.30pm |
Centerprise Bookshop, 136 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2NS |
An insight into Old Kingdom Egypt with author, K.N. Chimbiri.
Part of Word Power: The annual Black Literature Festival & Book Fair. |
Free but booking required. Email info@golden-destiny.com or call Centerprise on 020 7254 9632 to book your place. |
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| Thursday 20th October 2011 6.30pm | Croydon’s Bistro and Lounge Bar, Dooglebud’s, 79 Whitehorse Road, Croydon, CRO 2JJ. |
Book launch and book signing. K.N. Chimbiri discusses her latest book, The Story of Early Ancient Egypt with Robin Walker. | For more information, prices and to book your tickets, please call Jacinth Martin, CSEP on 020 8686 7865. |
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| Monday 24th October 2011 3.45pm | Rotherhithe Library, Albion Street, SE16 7HY | Meet local children’s author, K.N. Chimbiri, and enjoy colouring your own Kushite vase inspired by her book, Step Back in Time to Ancient Kush. | Free of charge. Please email info@golden-destiny.com or call 07980 631 077. |
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| Tuesday 25th October 2011 Time 2pm – 4pm | Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, Malet Place, WC1E 6BT | Family fun trail! Hunt for all the objects, including the ancient Afro combs, shown on pages 8 & 9 of K.N. Chimbiri’s new book, The Story of Early Ancient Egypt. | Free of charge but booking required. Please email info@golden-destiny.com or call 07980 631 077. |
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| Thursday 27th October 2011 6pm – 8pm | Leeds | Author reading from her latest children’s book, The Story of Early Ancient Egypt, at Film Club Pyjama Party - Under 12s | Please call 07974611667 or email:pastudygroup@yahoo.com for further information or to book. |
Past events
Meet the author & book signing at the 3rd annual You’re Beautiful, Woman! |
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| Saturday 7th August 2010 10.00am – 5.00pm |
Highgate Newtown Community Centre, 25 Bertram Street, Highgate, London N19 5DQ |
The third annual fun, constructive yet educational event celebrating Black women. | Visit the official website for more details about the You’re Beautiful, Woman! event and to book your ticket. |
Create your own Nile valley pottery. Ages 7+ |
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| Saturday 21st August 2010 11:30am – 3.00pm |
Sweet Tooth 66, The Village, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London SW9 8PS |
Create your own pot and decorate with animals, symbols or hieroglyphs inspired by the ancient Nile valley. Take home your work of art. Materials provided. | Reserve by calling Sweet Tooth on 07949 289 970. £5.00 – materials provided. |
Travel back to ancient Kush: Family workshopswith K.N. Chimbiri and the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL, London |
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| Wednesday 17 February 2010 11am - 4pm |
North Cloisters, Wilkins Building, UCL | Follow the River Nile through Egypt into ancient Kush through activities exploring this rich civilization. | FREE- just drop in! No booking required. |
Explore Ancient Kush: Family workshop, suitable for 7-11 years and their families |
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| Date | Venue | Details | Special requirements |
| Thursday 18 February 2010 1 - 4pm |
Petrie Museum, University College London, Malet Place, WC1E 6BT |
Explore ancient Kush (the area known today as the Sudan) through objects from the legendary royal city of Meroё in the Petrie Museum’s collections. | FREE- just drop in! No booking required. |
Kemet, Kush and the ancient Nile Valley |
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| Date | Venue | Details | Special requirements |
| Thursday 5th November 2009 6pm – 7.30pm |
Hackney Museum, 1 Reading Lane, London E8 1GQ |
An insight into the ancient Nile valley with author K.N. Chimbiri | Adults only. Free of charge but booking required. |