The Strongest Boy In The World Author and Illustrator: Jessica Souhami Not many people know that long ago in Japan, champion sumo wrestlers were famous celebrities with riches and fans like today’s pop stars and football heroes. When a kid called Kaito decides to try his luck at becoming the strongest boy in the world, he sets out from his village for the big city of Kyoto. Kaito thinks he’s pretty tough but how will a weedy kid defeat […]
THE HERD BOY – Book By Niki Daly –
– Book By Niki Daly –
The Herd Boy Author and Illustrator: Niki Daly In rural South Africa a young boy tends his grandfather’s flock. This can be a dangerous task as baboons wait on the high rocks for their chance to claim an easy meal. Puffadders sleep in the grass and deep dongo’s which the sheep and goats might fall into must also be avoided. Malusi has to be alert and brave to keep them safe in the mountains each day. This is a […]
OFF TO MARKET – Book by Elizabeth Dale and Erika Pal –
– Book by Elizabeth Dale and Erika Pal –
Off To Market Author: Elizabeth Dale Illustrator: Erika Pal A Ugandan minibus, a steep hill and lots of people wanting to get off to market. Keb helps everyone aboard Joe’s bus. There are people with goats and chickens, watermelons and rugs. Everyone has something to sell at the marketplace. The minibus is so full some people have to sit on the roof with the luggage. Keb squeezes in with the goats at the back of the bus and perched […]
I AM CAT – Book by Jackie Morris –
– Book by Jackie Morris –
I Am Cat Author and Illustrator: Jackie Morris A ‘must have’ book for all young cat lovers! What do they see beneath those velvet eyelids, what do they dream? I Am Cat, invites us into their private world, into landscapes of jungles, snowy peaks and grasslands. These are the dreams, the hidden memories of a ginger tabby, sleeping on its cushion, curled up ‘ammonite tight’. Poetically written and deliciously illustrated with rich colour and detail, Jackie Morris’ watercolours explore […]
IFE’S FIRST HAIRCUT – Book by Ifeoma Onyefulu –
– Book by Ifeoma Onyefulu –
Ife’s First Haircut Author and Photographer: Ifeoma Onyefulu When her baby brother Ife gets his first hair cut, Chinaza discovers that there’s a celebration to be had. A nicely paced, gentle story of a Nigerian child and her discovery of family traditions. Chinaza is excited and can’t wait for her little brother to have his hair cut. Dad kindly explains that as baby gets older his hair changes and it needs to be cut to grow strongly. Auntie Stella […]
MEET ME AT THE MOON – Book by Gianna Marino –
– Book by Gianna Marino –
Meet Me At The Moon Author and Illustrator: Gianna Marino This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the enchanting story of a baby elephant waiting for its mother’s return, as she goes to ask the skies for rain. Mama reassures little one that she is always there and to listen for her song on the wind and feel her love in the warmth of the sun. After the rains come they will meet again where the moon meets the land. […]
IN THE NIGHT KITCHEN – Book by Author and Illustrator Maurice Sendak –
– Book by Author and Illustrator Maurice Sendak –
In the Night Kitchen Author and Illustrator: Maurice Sendak This romp in the night kitchen with a little boy called Mickey is indelibly memorable. Maurice Sendak’s unique style of writing, bumps and rollicks the reader through the child’s dreamscape, which is both peculiar and exciting. The bold illustrations feature three gigantic cooks who mix Mickey into their morning cake baking. The child remains unharmed and undaunted, triumphing in an imaginative way. ‘In the Night Kitchen’ has been included as […]
THE SNOW LEOPARD – Book by Jackie Morris –
– Book by Jackie Morris –
The Snow Leopard Author and Illustrator: Jackie Morris Gaspingly beautiful. A myth of rebirth and transformation set in the secret folds of the Himalayan mountains. The Snow Leopard is a guardian protector and creator being. Sensing changes in the world Snow Leopard looks for the one who will learn the songs of power and eventually take its place. A sleeping girl hears the songs and is woven deep into the fabric of this magical adventure. Poetically written, the universal […]
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