In the vibrant city of Tamale, the capital of Northern Ghana, Mr. Peter, a teacher at Kanvilli Nuriya Primary School, prepared for a special excursion. Every six days, the bustling market day brings the city to life, and today was the day!

"Class," Mr. Peter began, "we're going to explore the wonders of our local market. Let's see what treasures we can find!"

The students, buzzing with excitement, set off with their teacher. As they walked, the air was filled with the sound of laughter and the clatter of carts. Brightly colored stalls lined the streets, promising a day full of discovery.

"Look at all the people!" exclaimed Mariam, one of the students. "I can't wait to see what the market holds."

The first stop was a stall overflowing with tomatoes.The vibrant reds glistened in the sunlight, tempting everyone who passed by. "Tomatoes are used in many of our dishes," Mr. Peter explained."They add a delicious flavor to soups and stew"

Next, they visited a stand filled with yams of every size. Yams are a staple in Northern Ghana, enjoyed in various ways.

"We can cook, roast, or pound them into fufu," shared Mr. Peter. "Fufu is a meal here, often enjoyed with soup."

Nearby, they found onions. Their pungent aroma filled the air, making the students giggle as they pinched their noses.

"Onions are an important ingredient," said Mr. Peter. "They give our dishes a special taste."

The group then came across a stall selling sweet potatoes.

"Sweet potatoes can be boiled or roasted,"

The next stall was filled with pans of cereals like millet.
"Millet is used to make Koko, a breakfast porridge that many of us start our day with," explained Mr. Peter. The students nodded, recognizing the familiar grain.

Among the cereals was maize. Mr. Peter continued, "Maize is perfect for making Tuo Zaafi, a popular meal in the North."

Dry okro and groundnuts were next on the tour.

"Dry okro is perfect for soups, while groundnuts are enjoyed as snacks or made into a paste," said Mr. Peter. The students were eager to try some groundnuts themselves.

A unique aroma led them to a stall selling dawadawa, a local spice made from the locust beans tree.

"This spice is special to our region," Mr. Peter noted. "It adds a rich flavor to our soups and stews."

As they neared the end of the market, they found beautiful clay pots and calabash cups.
"These pots are used for cooking and storing water," Mr. Peter pointed out. "And calabash cups are perfect for drinking."

The excursion came to an end, and the students were full of stories to share. The market had shown them the rich culture and resources of Northern Ghana.
"Thank you, Mr. Peter!" the students chorused. "We learned so much today!"

As they headed back to school, the students carried with them the memories of a lively market day, eager to tell their families about all they had seen and learned.