An educational story book about the true story of three cute dogs who live in False Bay, Cape Town, and have been to sea more than 100 times! Filled with adventures and information about ocean animals and conservation. Perfect for little nature lovers.
African Story
The Book Tree Podcast: Episode 7 – Why we need this children’s book about Apartheid
The Book Tree Podcast – Episode 7 looks at why Together Apart: The Story of Living in Apartheid by author and literacy scholar Xolisa Guzula is more important than ever. Plus reviews of the three proudly South African books for little ones.
African Stories: Once Upon A Buffalo
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY the Buffalo has horns! A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious children.
Do NOT Feed The Monkey!
This is a yummy collection of easy recipes inspired by animals and the bush for children aged 6 – 12. A perfect gift book for aspiring chefs.
Nelson Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom
Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela is the amazing true story of one of South Africa’s and the world’s true heroes and a beloved icon of courage and compassion. His famous biography has been specially adapted for children in a beautifully illustrated picture book format.
How To Stop A Train
A beautifully illustrated book for age 4-9 year olds bringing the story of political and social activist Mohandas Gandhi to life.
The Haunted Library: An Anansi Mystery
The new Anansi Mystery series is a well written afro-centric adventure and fantasy series for pre-teens. When twins, Karabo and Siphe, overhear some workers complaining about strange goings on at the construction site for the new library, Karabo is determined to discover what is going on. Together with their friend Bandile and his dog Zuko, they get pulled into a ghostly adventure.
Grandad Mandela
Who are great men when they are at home? Grandad Mandela is sensitively seen through the eyes of his great grandchildren. A poignant legacy book to share.
Mizz President
Mizz President is a delightful South African story about a young girl who finds herself thrust into leadership when her country needs her. Girl power rules!
Ballerina Dreams – A True Story
When Michaela DePrice was a little girl in an orphanage in war-torn Sierra Leone, she found a magazine with a ballerina on the cover. She dreamed of someday being a ballerina too but at that time it seemed impossible.
Nyambura Waits for the Bus
Nyambura is a little girl who is going to visit her Gogo (granny). To get there she has to take a bus all on her own. This doesn’t bother her – even though she has to wait in the queue for a LONG time. What can she get up to while she waits?
The Elders At The Door
The Elders at The Door is a warm retelling of a favourite African fable. When three elders named Blessing, Wisdom and Love are invited to enter a house, they reply that the family must choose which of them to invite inside. What will the family choose?

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