Oh My Home — African Song of Home & Belonging
Sing Oh My Home with fondness: a song for African and Black children in the diaspora to share memories of home and family.
Meet the song
Sing, learn and connect
Oh My Home invites children and families to sing about home with affection. For African and Black families in the diaspora, it can open a conversation about places, people and traditions that remain important even when they are far away.
Home can mean more than one place. Let children describe what makes them feel at home without asking them to choose between countries or cultures. A familiar meal, a family voice, a language or a shared celebration can connect different parts of their story. Parents can add their own memories while making room for the child’s experiences.
Learning together
What to explore with your child
- Expressing feelings about home
- Listening to family memories
- Recognising belonging across places
Age ranges are suggested guides. Choose the video and activity to fit your child’s interests and stage of learning.
For parents & teachers
Try this after watching
- Look at a family photo and share a memory.
- Draw the people or things that make a place feel like home.
- Ask a relative to teach a familiar greeting or tell a short childhood story.
Common questions
About this song
Who is Oh My Home for?
The song can be enjoyed by any family, with particular meaning for African and Black children in the diaspora sharing memories of home.
Can children have more than one home?
Yes. Use the song to explore belonging to more than one place, family tradition or community.
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