Africa Kids

Growing up in a Blue Ridge mountain town, little Roberta didn't have fancy clothes or expensive toys...but she did have music. And she dreamed of having her own piano. When her daddy spies a beat-up old upright piano in a junkyard, he knows he can make his daughter's dream come true. He brings it home, cleans and tunes it, and paints it a grassy green. And soon the little girl has an instrument to practice on, and a new dream to reach for—one that will make her become a legend in the music industry.

A Pumpelhoober is someone who has bad luck. This particular Pumpelhoober has a German father and an American mother but was born in a part of Africa where everyone speaks French. Born in the heart of the African jungle, Pumpelhoober takes us on an enchanting journey through his captivating adventures as he grows up. Every aspect of his life unveils a world of wonder, from his hilarious mishaps to his unique reddish hair tinted by sandy road dust. His ongoing string of bad luck and endearing clumsiness coin him the nickname "Pumpelhoober," enthralling us with delightful insights into his ...

Fun New Chapter Book Series Social Sara Girl Adventures is a fun chapter book series for girls age 6 to 10. The sixth book, Camper! is all about Sara and her twin sister Mara going camping in an RV with Aunt Rhea. They leave mama behind which may cause some problems along the way, but the two girls are excited about their road trip and are ready for adventures. This story is roughly 7,000 words.

Fun Chapter Book Camp Adventures for Girls Social Sara Girl Adventures is a fun chapter book series for girls age 6 to 10. This collection contains the first four stories; Moving!, Island!, Bakers!, and Haters! It is roughly 16,000 words in length.

Throughout history, black women have blazed trails across the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Black Women in Science brings something special to black history books for kids, celebrating incredible black women in STEM who have used their brains, bravery, and ambition to beat the odds. Black Women in Science stands out amongst other black history books for kids - featuring 15 powerful stories of fearless female scientists that advanced their STEM fields and fought to build a legacy.

Travel through the plains, the jungle, and the air and learn fun and interesting facts about giraffes, hippos, cheetahs, and more! More than 30 animals are highlighted with over 200 bulleted facts and interesting animal information. This book is full of true and interesting facts and animal information that is easy to listen to. This is a great audiobook to bring along when wildlife-viewing in East Africa and great entertainment for kids. This is the perfect choice to learn about animals and have a whole lot of fun.

Previously published as Nelson Mandela the Boy Called Troublemaker 2013 copyright Ellie Crowe This biographical novel brings to life Mandela’s childhood and his tribal initiation at sixteen when he resolved to live up to his name—Troublemaker—and fight for freedom for his people. As a child, Mandela dreamt of changing South Africa. As a man he changed the world.

When D. J. Everage's friend is beat up by bullies at school, the elementary-age kids rally together to identify disguised perpetrators, even though they have very few clues. As head of the young detectives, D. J. (sleuth-in-training) uses invaluable toys and great ideas to solve the mystery and to let the bullies know their sneaky actions will not be tolerated under his watch! This is a delightful book featuring courageous kids, who know how to get the job done!

In this audiobook, you will learn about Ancient Egypt’s incredible inventions, pharaohs, and architecture, how the Egyptians weren’t the only African nation to build pyramids, and the introduction of Christianity and Islam and how they impacted tribal religions.

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.

Ants have been around for millions of years, and are possibly even older than dinosaurs. They are among the most successful creatures on earth, having survived for a very long time. They can adapt to various environments. They can be found in almost every corner of the world, except the freezing regions of the Antarctic. They live under the soil, under rocks, stones, twigs and leaf litter. They can build simple nests while some can build massive “Super colonies” that can extend to several miles. These may be tiny creatures but they are as amazing as the larger creatures on Earth. Most ...

Raised in a humble village, where dust dances in the air and dreams seem as distant as the horizon, Kwata is a beacon of hope. Despite the relentless challenges of poverty that cast their shadow over her family, Kwata's spirit remains unbroken. Her unwavering ambition to become a medical doctor becomes the driving force that propels her beyond the boundaries of her circumstances. As the narrative unfolds, you will witness Kwata's indomitable spirit as she navigates the trials of her daily life, where access to education and healthcare is a challenge. Against all odds, Kwata's determination ...

Thelonius Mitchell is tired of being labeled. He’s in special ed, separated from the “normal” kids at school who don’t have any “issues”. That’s enough to make all the teachers and students look at him and his friends with a constant side-eye. (Although his disruptive antics and pranks have given him a rep, too.) When a gun is found at a neighborhood hangout, Thelonius and his pals become instant suspects. Thelonius may be guilty of pulling crazy stunts at school, but a criminal? T isn’t about to let that label stick.

When most people think about the Middle Ages, they think about Europe. Images of knights, jousting, and even Christianity, seem ingrained in our understanding of the medieval era. However, the Middle Ages stretched far beyond Europe, which was struggling to rebuild after the fall of the Roman Empire. Europe may have fumbled along for about a thousand years, but Africa became a powerhouse of trade and wealth.

Stanley's not the only flat one! When a flat skull is discovered in Africa, Stanley Lambchop decides to travel there with his brother, Arthur, and their father, George. Maybe studying the skull will give them clues to Stanley's flatness. But once in Africa, the Lambchops are in for more adventure than they bargained for. From lions to zebras to elephants, it's the safari of a lifetime!

Welcome to Tales of Wonder and Wisdom! Inside these pages, you'll embark on adventures filled with courage, kindness, dreams, friendship, and the magic of listening. Each story is crafted to inspire you, teach valuable lessons, and ignite your imagination. May these tales encourage you to dream big, be kind, and embrace every wonderful moment of your journey.

Proverbs have a way of opening up the mind and bringing meanings to situations or experiences that might otherwise be difficult to explain. This book dives into some unique African proverbs and provides meaning and context for children to understand. The proverbs in this book will help your child understand life lessons and also make them enhance their critical thinking skills as well as increase their analytical skills. The

Fun Chapter Book Camp Adventures for Girls Social Sara Girl Adventures is a fun chapter book series for girls age 6 to 10. The fourth book, Haters! is all about Sara and her twin sister Mara continuing their fun summer adventure on Kelly Island. The sisters go to a camp for girls. They have fun at first, but a bully soon begins to cause them problems. Can they sort it out? Read the story and find out today! This story is roughly 5,000 words.

Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see just how unjust the world she was living in was. This drove her to become a journalist and activist. Throughout her life, she fought against prejudice and for equality for African Americans. Ida B. Wells would go on to co-own a newspaper, write several books, help cofound the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and fight for women's right to vote.

Themba is not a happy boy. People always tease him. His friend Nyasha says she no longer likes him. Can he stop people from teasing him? Can he win Nyasha back? Themba thinks he cannot. Then an evil witch called Sigogo suddenly turns Themba’s people into slaves. Themba decides to do something to save them from the witch. He knows it is his only chance to impress Nyasha, and to make people stop teasing him.