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NEW FROM JJB
MISS SHANIKWA MACK.
Miss Mary Mack? No. We have one of our own!
It's a hot day in Compton, and little Shanikwa Mack knows there's nothing better to beat the heat than an ice cream cone. But where can she find fifty cents to buy one? Young readers will love reading this rhythmic original tale as Miss Shanikwa and her faithful pup plot to get their paws on a sweet frozen treat.
Part 2 of The Diaspora Series
Zumbi: The Capoeira Freedom Fighter
with PORTUGUESE TRANSLATIONS
His name is Zumbi (1655-1695), a Capoeira warrior and descendent of African royalty who
dedicated his life for the fight for freedom.
Zumbi: The Capoeira Freedom Fighter, is the second book of the Diaspora series: Palmares, Brazil;
a set of picture books that span throughout the African diaspora.
JJB FIRST PUBLICATION MAASAI BOY!
We made it to KENYA!
Author KalifPrice hand delivered hundreds of his books to Masaai children in Kenya, Africa, The book that inspired a literacy campaign to educate Maasai children and help build a Maasai School.
Check us out for more updates on our literacy journey to the motherland.
Purchase the start of the series today!
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Maasai Boy: Heart of a Warrior
The Diaspora Series Book 1
[with SPANISH TRANSLATIONS]
A powerful coming of age story set in beautiful Kenya, Africa, about a young Maasai warrior who confronts what it means to be a man. Young Soli is in line to one day become chief of his village, but first he must prove his manhood by killing a lion. His father has equipped him with a spear, shield and the values of a warrior. Soli's mother reminds him that the ancestors will guide him along the way. However, Soli must go on his journey alone. Does Soli have the heart to follow through with his rites of passage? Kalif's beautiful writing and DeVaughn's colorful illustrations bring this original folktale to life.
We made it to KENYA!
Author KalifPrice hand delivered hundreds of his books to Masaai children in Kenya, Africa, The book that inspired a literacy campaign to educate Maasai children and help build a Maasai School.
Check us out for more updates on our literacy journey to the motherland.
Purchase the start of the series today!
Description -
Maasai Boy: Heart of a Warrior
The Diaspora Series Book 1
[with SPANISH TRANSLATIONS]
A powerful coming of age story set in beautiful Kenya, Africa, about a young Maasai warrior who confronts what it means to be a man. Young Soli is in line to one day become chief of his village, but first he must prove his manhood by killing a lion. His father has equipped him with a spear, shield and the values of a warrior. Soli's mother reminds him that the ancestors will guide him along the way. However, Soli must go on his journey alone. Does Soli have the heart to follow through with his rites of passage? Kalif's beautiful writing and DeVaughn's colorful illustrations bring this original folktale to life.
Maasai Boy takes stage! Kalif Price adapted Maasai Boy: Heart of a Warrior into a staged play that captivated the imaginations and hearts of the community. Click link for more info! |
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