Furaha Means Happy! A Book of Swahili Words.Furaha Means Happy! A Book of Swahili Words by Ken Wilson
abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m 0-78680552-8, Ages 4-8 Furaha Means Happy! A Book of Swahili Words is another offering from Ken Wilson-Max. This bright, colorful picture book for young readers tells a story written in English in order to help the reader learn Swahili (Swuh-hee-lee). "After lunch we dozed in the shade of a tree (mti). I rested my head on a cushion (mto), and Mum took a photo (picha) of me with her camera (kamera)." In this family story Wilson-Max introduces two new characters, Wambui (Wam-boo-ee) and her brother Moses, who live in Kenya. Wambui and Moses speak both English and Swahili, as most people in Kenya do. The children explain how learning language is fun. And like children everywhere, they love the excitement and happiness of a family day out. Wilson-Max writes with an encouraging voice that will engage the entire family. The book features a map of the continent of Africa and even offers a "how to say the words" section at the end of the book. In fact, the text encourages children to seek parental involvement and to use their local library. Jump at the Sun continues to fill a gap for young readers, and this is a must-buy for your young reader. Ken Wilson-Max provides another interactive picture book that your children will embrace. It may create interest in a traditional African language and open them up to the world of language. RELATED ARTICLE: Summer Titles for Young Readers For Children Young & Old While school is out, children young and old can have fun learning about ground-breaking African American African American Multiculture A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa. See Race. women through two new selections from Carol Rhoda Books' "Trailblazer Biography" series. Walking to the Bus-Rider Blues By Harriette Gillem Robinet Atheneum ath·e·nae·um also ath·e·ne·um n. 1. An institution, such as a literary club or scientific academy, for the promotion of learning. 2. A place, such as a library, where printed materials are available for reading. , May 2000, $16.00, ISBN 0-689-83191-9, Ages 8-12 An intriguing story of a young boy grappling with his own personal growing pains grow·ing pains pl.n. Pains in the limbs and joints of children or adolescents, frequently occurring at night and often attributed to rapid growth but arising from various unrelated causes. amidst the growing scale of nonviolent protest in 1956 Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery is the capital and second most populous city of the U.S. state of Alabama and the county seat of Montgomery County. Montgomery is notable for its historic involvement during the Civil War, for being the first capital of the Confederacy, and for being a primary site in , and the lessons he learns to apply to his life. Pioneer of Black Dance: Katherine Dunhom by Barbara O' Connor Carol Rhoda Books, March 2000, $23.93, ISBN 1-575-05353-5 Tells the riveting story of an innovative leader in African American dance African American dances in the vernacular tradition (academically known as "African American vernacular dance") are those dances which have developed within African American communities in everyday spaces, rather than in dance studios, schools or companies. . Ida B. Wells-Barnett: Powerhouse with a Pen by Catherine A. Welch Carol Rhoda Books, March 2000, $23.93, ISBN: 1-575-05352-7 Chronicles the life of the fiery journalist and anti-lynching crusader. Both offer a clear, concise and compelling read about inspirational women who shaped our world. Running the Road to ABC ABC in full American Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. television network. It began when the expanding national radio network NBC split into the separate Red and Blue networks in 1928. by Denize Lauture and illustrated by Reynold Rufins Aladdin Paperbacks, 1996, $5.99, ISBN 0-689-83165-X, Ages 5-8. This carefully illustrated Coretta Scott King award The Coretta Scott King Award is an annual award presented by the American Library Association. Named for Coretta Scott King, wife of Martin Luther King, Jr., this award recognizes outstanding African American authors and illustrators. winner illustrates the rich beauty of Haiti through the eyes of young children who share how fun can be found in the everyday journey to school. The Wonderful of World Myat Story and Illustration by Omar Lewis Breakthrough Images, 1998, $8.07, ISBN 0-9667858-0-0 Mixing a fanciful story of a young girl from the Egyptian kingdom of Kemet with a traditional coloring book formula, Lewis has found success in a large format book that is fun for kids of all ages. |
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