Africas Child

This Caldecott Medal winner from prolific children’s book author and illustrator Gail E. Haley is steeped in colorful African and Caribbean language and folklore. It is the legendary tale of Kwaku Ananse - the spider man - and how he bargained with Nyame the Sky God to give his treasure of stories to the world.

"Il était une fois un jeune hommequi rendait service à tout le monde. Il disait toujours d'accord, mais jamais non. On se moquait de lui, on disait qu'il était simplet, Mahboul. Un matin, il trouve une amande... Il demande alors à sa voisine : -Afak, s'il te plait, veux-tu me griller cette amande ? -Louza wahda ? Une seule amande ? Wakha, d'accord !"

Alex se oupa het grys hare, dra valstande en kyk graag na reis-programme op TV. Maar op ’n dag raak hy skielik mal oor...BREIIINNNSSS! Dit is duidelik dat Oupa besig is om in ’n zombie te verander. As Alex hom van dr. Zuurman en die zombiepolisie wil red, gaan hy ’n paar briljante planne, goeie vriende en hope broccoli nodig hê. En miskien kan hulle op die koop toe ook hulle droom bewaarheid om die Victoriawatervalle en Egipte te siene kry!

Cliff, Monty, Shandra, and Quisha’s summer visit to Grandma’s turned out to be more interesting than they had anticipated. An unexpected find transports them to ancient and modern Africa where they meet indigenous Africans and make new friends. However, they must then find their way back home. They use their knowledge of science and history to return to Grandma's.

Get ready to explore with the Nine Mile Babies and their Grandma as they journey to the beautiful island of Barbados. You'll discover the vibrant culture and natural beauty of this Caribbean gem.

Frofro and Caribe are two amazing toys who belong to Francis and Carabella. They are two heroic characters of British Caribbean origin, and they travel the world as companions of Mr. Angelo, Francis and Carabella’s father, and quickly learn about different cultures from around the world. You will join them on an action-packed adventure, going from one side of the world to the other, where they encounter many odd and tricky situations. Along the way, they experience some amazing traditions of the local people, culture, food, and much, much more.

Neo and Nubia, and their schoolmate, Emeke, are sent back in time on a quest by their grandfather, whose health is declining, to secretly test if they have what it takes to replace him as griots to save all of the human knowledge from being lost. Equipped with their curiosity, clever antics, and ancient wisdom, they will outsmart an evil cabal that wants to erase history. If the trio is successful, they will be selected to become the next generation of griots, our "new guides."

Ancient pyramids can be flat-out dangerous! Ever since Stanley was flattened by a bulletin board, there are places he can get to that no one else can. So when Stanley receives a letter from an archaeologist, he travels by airmail to Egypt to help find an ancient treasure deep in the heart of a great pyramid. But what if even the flattest boy on earth can't wriggle out of this dark tomb - and the terrible mess he finds himself in?

Yosef and Estrella have spent their whole lives in Morocco's Atlas Mountains. When they move to the city, they face a strange, unfamiliar world. Will their love survive the surprises of their new home? A funny and charming folktale-like story of mistaken identities.

Your story begins in Africa. Your African ancestors defied the odds and survived 400 years of slavery in America and passed down an extraordinary legacy to you. Beginning in Africa before 1619, Your Legacy presents an unprecedentedly accessible, empowering, and proud introduction to African American history for children. While your ancestors’ freedom was taken from them, their spirit was not; This book celebrates their accomplishments, acknowledges their sacrifices, and defines how they are remembered - and how their stories should be taught.

Julito está por irse a dormir cuando ve en la tele un anuncio: ¡Intercambio cultural: cambie su lugar por el de un ciudadano extranjero por una semana, y viva otra vida! Ahora, podrá viajar a África, un lugar que parece tener mucha acción. A cambió, recibirá en a su casa a Pombo, un elefante que quiere vivir en la ciudad y ver la televisión. ¿Quién de los dos la pasará mejor con su nueva vida?

Nkechi‘s wish to be an ant was granted by the wind of wishes, but not without a prize to be paid. The story teaches the child about hard work and responsibility. It also takes us through the world of ants and how they build their colony. This is from the collection series, Grandma Wura‘s Story Hut.

・うつくしいむすめと魚
― 世界で一番美しい女と魚の悲しい恋のおはなし。
・カメレオンと野ブタ
―えらそうな野ブタをからかうため、カメレオンは二人で競争しようといいますが…。
・だれよりもつよい赤ん坊
― 誰よりも強い赤ん坊が動物たちを次々やっつけてしまいます。
・どうして空ににじがかかるの？
―おそろしい伝染病に苦しめられていた動物たちを、鳥たちが助けます。
・どうして夜ができたの？
― 鳥たちが空を押し上げたことで、夜がなくなってしまいました。
・とてつもなく大きくて食いしんぼうなばけもの
―ある村におそろしい化けものがあらわれて、村の生き物を全て食べてしまいました。
・ともだちとお金
― ともだちにお金を借りた男のお話。
・心やさしい王子さま
―心やさしい王子さまは井戸に落ちていたヘビとライオンと男を助けますが…。
・弟ウサギのわるぢえ
―姉さんウサギとワニの夫婦の家に遊びに行った弟ウサギのお話。

Have you ever heard of hieroglyphics? Do you know what a mummy is? All these things came from ancient Egypt. More than 4,000 years ago, the ancient Egyptians created tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Egyptians lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa - and to become the country's first Black president. In this biography audiobook for kids ages 8-11, learn all about Mandela's incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation.

Come along on a journey with characters Tiffany and Beth as they learn to love and to appreciate themselves for who they are as strong, wise, beautiful, and fully melanated individuals, through trials they face against others in the real world.

Every Saturday, Millie spends the day at her grandmother's house. There are no toys and no TV, but it's still the best part of her weekend. You see, Grandma is actually a fairy! With a twirl of her magic spoon, she sends Millie on exciting journeys to magical faraway places.

African penguins waddle around nesting colonies in lower numbers than ever before. Despite South African government efforts to protect the penguin colonies and their ocean fish supply, young penguins still struggle to survive. Fuzzy chicks waiting for food in open nests may overheat in the sun or become prey. Others simply may not get enough food to survive on their own once their parents leave.

On the African plains, for as long as anyone can remember, the honeyguide bird and the African honey badger have been partners when it comes to honey: Honeyguide finds the honeycomb, Badger breaks it open, and they share the sweetness inside. But this day, Badger keeps all the honey for himself. Foolish Badger! In no time, Honeyguide leads Badger on a fast chase. Badger thinks it's for honey; but Honeyguide has a surprise waiting for her greedy friend.

・3つのたからもの ―3兄弟は、魔女の話を聞いて宝物を探しに出かけます。/・アナンシと月 ―6人の息子たちの誰に宝物をあげるのか、アナンシは迷っていますと…? /・ウナナナとおおぐいゾウ ― 子どもを連れ去ったゾウを追いかけて、ウナナナは森を進みます。/・くいしんぼうのひょうたん ― わがままな女の子と、ふしぎなひょうたんのちょっぴり怖いお話。/・しごとをしないウサギ ― ずる賢いウサギは、見張りの動物達をまんまとだまして水をくんでいきます。/・たいようと月のおはなし ― 太陽と月がなぜ空の上で暮らしているのか、その理由とは。/・ふしぎなヤシのみ ― 一途なリマンのむすこは、愛するサルタンのむすめに何度もだまされてしまいます。/・まほうのヤムイモ ― ヤムイモをもって生まれてきた男の子と、森の動物達の不思議なお話。/・家をおいだされたウサギ ― 家を追い出されたウサギは、友達の動物達に助けてくれるよう頼みますが…。/・家をたてたハイエナと山ねこ ― 引越しをしたいハイエナと山ねこは、偶然同じ場所に家を建てることに決めました。