Why Andrew Learns about Architects Belongs in Your World Architecture Day Celebration (And Every Community Initiative After That)

Tiffany Obeng
May 21
2 min read

Architecture isn’t just about buildings.

It’s about belonging.

That’s why my forthcoming children’s book, Andrew Learns about Architects, is more than a story—it’s a spark for inclusion, inspiration, and early access to knowledge. And it’s the perfect fit for World Architecture Day celebrations and corporate or community programs that want to do more than check a box.

🏛 So, why architecture?

Because most children know what a teacher or firefighter does…But an architect?

They might never hear that word—much less see someone who looks like them doing it.

I wrote this book to change that.

Inspired by my cousin, a Black female architect, this story introduces kids to the idea that they can shape the spaces we live, learn, and connect in. It shows that architects don’t just build—they imagine and design the very environments we move through every day.

And it helps children understand that creativity—some math and some science—makes an architect great.

📚 Why this book matters for community and corporate initiatives:

Corporations, nonprofits, and community orgs are looking for ways to:

✅ Engage youth in meaningful programming

✅ Promote career readiness and STEM awareness

✅ Champion diversity, equity, and representation

This book checks all those boxes.

With vibrant illustrations, engaging rhymes, and accessible language for ages 4–9, Andrew Learns about Architects is a resource you can:

📦 Donate in bulk to schools or libraries

📖 Read aloud at events or literacy days

🏙 Pair with architecture-themed workshops, design challenges, or mentorship activities

World Architecture Day is the perfect launchpad—but this book belongs in every initiative focused on building a future where all children can see themselves as creators, designers, and leaders.