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Disaster at Gogo's Spaza
Tumi visits her Gogo in Soweto for the holidays. She and her twin cousins often help Gogo in her spaza shop. Gogo's Goodies is the oldest spaza in all of Soweto and Gogo's pride and joy. When Gogo leaves for a few days, Tumi has one of her crazy ideas: They will open the shop and run it themselves and earn loads of money! But they've never had to do it without Gogo, and things quickly get out of hand, making the spaza more famous than ever . . .
R 182.00
Friend For All Seasons
A new family has moved in next door. Vuyo can see them from his bedroom window. The mom is dancing, the dad is laughing, the dog keeps wagging its tail … Why does the little girl look sad? A lyrical book about friendship and kindness that encourages young children to accept and support others. Also available in isiZulu, isiXhosa, Sepedi
R 167.00
Die Baie Baie Snaakse Boek
Die kinders in juffrou Seekoei se klas is vanoggend baie besig! Hulle baljaar en speel, hulle teken prentjies en sing liedjies. Maar elke nou en dan loer juffrou Seekoei kwaai oor haar bril. Waarom lag Hiëna die hele tyd? Wat is so verskriklik snaaks? Kom vind self uit in hierdie baie, baie snaakse boek en lag dubbel so hard vir die grappies in die grappieboek wat op die middelste agt bladsye versteek is!
R 167.00
Shudu Finds Her Magic (English)
[…] Gugu smiled. “My darling child, you are already perfect. You just have to be yourself.” She pulled Shudu closer. “Just remember one thing, my child. If you are beautiful inside,” she tapped Shudu’s chest where her heart was beating, “then you will always be beautiful outside.” In this courageous and beautiful book, Miss South Africa, Shudufhadzo Musida, tells the story of her beginnings; of a singing and dancing and chatty girl in a small village named Ha-Vhangani, surrounded by love and most especially by her mum and Gogo Gugu. But things go wrong for Shudu when she moves to a new town and she is bullied by her classmates. Read how Shudu overcomes her sadness and her challenges, and becomes a girl, and then an adult, who has learned to love herself!
R 167.00
Remarkable Me
I am a Curious brown boy. I explore the world around me ... I am an accepting brown boy. I respect people who are different from me. Remarkable me is an empowering book of positive affirmations for brown boys. This book teaches boys to embrace and celebrate their unique talents and interests, while encouraging them to dream big and to be creative. Build confidence and resilience from a young age with easy-to-follow rhyming text and bright inclusive illustrations that reflect proudly South African children. Also available in Sesotho, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans
R 187.00
All That I Am
Explore a vibrant tapestry of South African culture with this enchanting treasury of songs and poems, curated especially for young readers. Compiled by acclaimed children's book author Refiloe Moahloli, this book features traditional and contemporary works in the rainbow nation's 11 official spoken languages, each accompanied by an English translation. Join 17 esteemed contributors, including beloved authors Sindiwe Magona, Jaco Jacobs, Gcina Mhlophe and more, as they share works that celebrate the diversity and beauty of South Africa and its people. Illustrated throughout in full colour by award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale, the treasury is not just a book, but a visual feast that brings South African culture to life. Perfect for bedtime reading or to use in the classroom, All that I am, is a celebration of language, culture, and the power of storytelling that will captivate readers of all ages.
R 335.00
The Forgotten Four
Join a spirited group of young explorers on an African Safari adventure! Packed with excitement, curiosity, and their favourite game, “Let’s Ask Questions”, they set off to encounter the famed Big Five and extend their awe to the lesser celebrated yet equally captivating “Forgotten Four” - the gentle giraffe, hefty hippo, swift warthog, and mesmerizing zebra. Through thrilling encounters and newfound knowledge, they discover the magic of African wildlife and the vital importance of conservation. Come along on this enlightening odyssey celebrating the diverse tapestry of Africa’s incredible fauna.
R 230.00
Confessions of a Ginger Pudding
When Arnelia moves to a new town in the middle of the year, she decides to recreate herself. New town. New school. Operation new Arnelia. She can be the mysterious, worldly New Girl. But within days, everyone sees right through her fake new persona. And guess what, a couple of kids actually like the real Arnelia. Like Dewald Fourie, whose crooked smile does weird things to her heart. She becomes the brain behind the school's exciting new food truck and for a while life is sweeter than a chocolate brownie. But nothing good lasts forever. Especially if you're a milky white redhead with a name that sounds like a medicinal ointment...
R 230.00
I Am Shudu
Shudu’s happy and carefree childhood seems very far away when she moves towns and is bullied by her new classmates for being an outsider. But her special friendships help her feel like she belongs. Deep inside, Shudu has a spark, a special kind of strength that she didn’t even know was there. She finds her voice and can be herself. I am Shudu is an empowering coming-of-age story that will inspire readers to celebrate who they are and to dream big dreams!
R 157.00
Wonderfully Made
Brown girls are risk takers, move makers and planet shakers. We can be scientists, artists, engineers or any other kind of pioneer. Brown girls are brave, we follow the example of others. Women who came before us – our sisters and mothers. Empowering and inspiring, Wonderfully made is a book of positive affirmations for brown girls of all shades, sizes and shapes. This book teaches girls to not only embrace, but to truly celebrate their unique appearance and talents while encouraging them to dream big and to be creative. Build confidence and resilience from a young age with easy-to-follow rhyming text and bright inclusive illustrations that reflect proudly South African children.
R 180.00
The Speedy Six Olympics
In the heart of the wild, a remarkable event unfolded—an extravagant show known as the Animal Olympics. Creatures of all kinds came together, driven by curiosity and the dream of discovering who would earn the esteemed title of the fastest in the land. From speedy sprinters to graceful fliers, a lively array of participants eagerly lined up for this thrilling race. The early rounds were a vibrant display of differences and determination, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. Excitement escalated as finalists were chosen, but just as victory seemed imminent, nature threw an unexpected twist into the competition. Amidst the chaos and unforeseen challenges, the race evolved into a celebration of uniqueness and the special abilities each animal possessed. Who will claim the title of the speediest animal in the wild? You’ll have to read the story and find out for yourself.
R 230.00
