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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Eleven-year-old Mor? nik? 'R? mi' Adéy?mí can design a futuristic city-but she cannot explain the meaning of her own Yorùbá name.Then a mysterious wind steals the stories, songs and names from her family's memories. A golden palm nut appears, sixteen magical doors open, and R? mi discovers that the Collector of Forgotten Stories is growing stronger.With her cousin Adùnní, a boastful chicken named K? k? and the mysterious Keeper of Questions, R? mi must recover the Seven Seeds of Wisdom before her family's heritage disappears forever.Their journey leads through a forest of unfinished sentences, a market that sells 'better' names, a constantly changing crossroads and a cave where hidden feelings become creatures.But the greatest challenge may be learning the truth about her grandfather-and discovering that wisdom is not knowing everything. It is knowing how to listen, learn, choose, repair and act with good character.A magical, emotional adventure celebrating Yorùbá heritage, family memories, courage and the children who give old stories new roads.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When twelve-year-old Amara Okoye discovers an ancient drum hidden in her grandfather's attic in Lagos, she thinks she has found an old family treasure.She is wrong.The drum whispers her name.Soon Amara and Kito, a boy from Angola carrying painful family memories, are pulled into a magical journey through time, history, and the spirit world. Guided by golden fireflies, wise storytellers, ancestral guardians, and a mischievous leopard spirit named Ekon, they travel into the heart of the Angolan Civil War and uncover stories that many people have forgotten.As they witness courage, loss, sacrifice, and hope, they encounter a dangerous shadow creature known as The Divider, a spirit that feeds on fear, greed, revenge, and division.To save the sacred Drum That Remembered Nations, the children must learn the power of unity, forgiveness, leadership, and memory.Along the way they discover: - the importance of oral history, - Nigeria's support for African liberation, - the legacy of courage and sacrifice, - the beauty of African cultures and traditions, - and the truth that healing is stronger than hatred.Filled with: - African mythology-inspired fantasy, - unforgettable adventures, - powerful historical lessons, - emotional storytelling, - ancestral wisdom, - cultural celebrations, - drumming, music, and proverbs, - friendship, courage, and hope, The Drums of Luanda is a thrilling journey across Africa's past, present, and future.Perfect for readers who love adventure, history, culture, and stories that inspire them to make a difference. …

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When the drums of Soweto suddenly fall silent, twelve-year-old Zola discovers a secret hidden beneath his grandmother's bed-a magical Drum of Memory that carries the stories of Africa.Joined by his brave cousin Amahle, Zola is swept into an unforgettable adventure across the continent. From the ancient libraries of Timbuktu and the mighty Niger River to the stone kingdoms of Great Zimbabwe and the floating Sky Library of Ethiopia, the children must restore five lost rhythms before a mysterious villain known as The Collector erases Africa's memories forever.Along the way, they meet griots, spirit drummers, ancestors, and heroes from history. They learn powerful lessons about courage, belonging, patience, hope, unity, and forgiveness while discovering the beauty of African cultures, languages, inventions, music, and traditions.Blending fantasy, history, emotional intelligence, and African heritage, The Drums of Soweto is an inspiring middle-grade adventure about family, identity, resilience, and the power of remembering who you are.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this heartwarming story reminds us that the future grows stronger when we honor the stories of the past.As long as the drumbeat lives, the story never dies.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Golden Stool AwakensWhat if the stories that shaped your people suddenly began disappearing Twelve-year-old Kofi Mensah thinks history is boring. He would rather spend time on his phone than listen to old stories about kings, queens, and ancient traditions. But when a mysterious Golden Stool begins to glow in his grandmother's house, Kofi is pulled into a hidden world where memories are alive, drums can speak, and a dark force known as The Silence is stealing Africa's stories.Joined by his clever cousin Abena and a sarcastic magical Sankofa bird named Akoma, Kofi embarks on an unforgettable adventure through enchanted markets, underground libraries, rivers of forgotten names, and kingdoms built from memory itself.Along the way, he meets legendary heroes, learns the power of language, discovers the importance of family stories, and uncovers the true meaning of leadership, courage, and identity.But as The Silence grows stronger, children across Africa begin forgetting songs, languages, traditions, and even the names of their ancestors. If Kofi cannot stop the darkness, an entire continent's memory could disappear forever.Filled with African history, mythology-inspired fantasy, humour, adventure, emotional depth, and unforgettable lessons, The Golden Stool Awakens is a powerful story about heritage, belonging, and the importance of remembering who you are.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this magical journey celebrates African culture, storytelling, family, and the timeless wisdom of the Sankofa bird: 'You cannot know where you are going if you do not know where you began.'And as Kofi learns, the future belongs to those who remember. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Seven gates. Seven symbols. Seven days to rescue a missing aunt-and save the stories buried beneath Yorubaland.Eleven-year-old Mor? nik? 'Nike' Adey?mi understands Yoruba better than she speaks it. During a family holiday in Ìj?`bú-Ode, a cousin laughs at her pronunciation, making Nike wonder whether she truly belongs to the heritage she loves.Then Aunt Rónké, an archaeologist studying an ancient earthwork, mysteriously disappears.Inside her room, Nike and her brother Dáre discover a magical clay map connecting the great earth cities of Yorubaland. Guided by Àjàpá-a boastful talking tortoise with a red cap and an enormous appetite-the children enter the mysterious Earth Road.Their journey carries them from sacred Ilé-If?` to the forest paths of Sungbo's Eredo, the markets of ?`y? -Ilé, northern farming settlements and the historic gateways of Ab? òkúta. To find their aunt, they must recover seven powerful symbols before the Forgetting Crack erases the workers, families and communities who shaped history.But the Crack offers Nike something dangerously tempting: a simple answer to every difficult question.Can she find the courage to honour oral traditions while following archaeological evidence Can she save Aunt Rónké without allowing fear to control her And can one child help an entire generation remember Filled with mystery, humour, Yoruba culture, magical adventures, African foods, music, clothing and unforgettable call-and-response songs, The Seven Secret Gates of Yorubaland celebrates identity, emotional courage and the extraordinary achievements of Africa's historic communities.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if Africa's greatest heroes began disappearing-not from the world, but from people's memories Eleven-year-old Tunde Adeyemi never imagined that a village festival would change his life forever. When an ancient drum suddenly roars like a lion, he discovers the mysterious Golden Lion Pendant, a magical treasure that chooses him to become Africa's newest Storykeeper.Guided by the wise storyteller Baba Ade and the mighty Lion of Nigeria, Tunde journeys through time and across the African continent to protect the Hall of Living Voices, where the memories of Africa's heroes are kept alive. But a mysterious shadow known as the Whisperer is stealing those memories, causing children everywhere to forget the courageous people who helped shape Africa's history.Along the way, Tunde meets legendary figures such as Queen Amina, Mansa Musa, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Murtala Muhammed, Nelson Mandela, Wangari Maathai, Yaa Asantewaa, and Nnamdi Azikiwe. He discovers that courage is found not only in kings and queens, but also in ordinary people who choose kindness, honesty, and hope.Filled with magical adventures, talking parrots, ancient proverbs, talking drums, glowing lion footprints, and unforgettable lessons, The Lion Who Spoke for Africa celebrates the richness of African cultures, the power of storytelling, and the importance of remembering our shared heritage.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this inspiring adventure blends African history with fantasy, humour, and heart, encouraging children to embrace their identity, respect different cultures, ask thoughtful questions, and become the next generation of Storykeepers.Because when children remember their history, they help shape the future.'When Africa remembers. Africa rises.'.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When a mysterious sandstorm uncovers hidden golden doors beneath the ancient city of Timbuktu, twelve-year-old Kande hears something impossible: A drum beating beneath the earth.Soon, songs begin disappearing, stories are forgotten, and a terrifying force known as The Silence awakens. When her beloved grandfather, Baba Moussa-the last great griot of Timbuktu-is carried away by a supernatural storm, Kande must embark on the adventure of a lifetime.Guided by a magical map that reveals forgotten songs, Kande journeys across Africa with her brave friend Zuri, the brilliant young inventor Femi, and a grumpy camel named Onion Breath. Along the way they discover rivers that remember names, libraries hidden inside giant baobab trees, ancient astronomers who read stories in the stars, and powerful secrets buried beneath the sands of time.As The Silence grows stronger, Kande learns that saving the future means protecting the past. To rescue Baba Moussa and restore memory to the world, she must uncover the Seven Songs of Memory and embrace her destiny as a new kind of griot.Filled with adventure, humor, mythology-inspired fantasy, African history, cultural wisdom, emotional growth, and unforgettable characters, The Last Griot of Timbuktu is a powerful celebration of storytelling, identity, and heritage.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this inspiring journey reminds us that our stories matter, our roots matter, and the future survives when children remember who they are.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if all of Africa's stories suddenly began to disappear Eleven-year-old Ehi has always believed history belongs in dusty old books-not in the stories her grandmother tells beneath the family iroko tree. But everything changes the day Grandma Osas forgets the story she has told for years.That impossible moment leads Ehi and her funny younger brother, Osa, on an unforgettable adventure guided by a magical ivory-white leopard and the legendary Queen Idia, the fearless Queen Mother of the ancient Kingdom of Benin.Together they journey through enchanted forests where bronze trees whisper forgotten names, rivers filled with glowing story fish, magical museums where African treasures long for home, and even a breath-taking city hundreds of years in the future where technology helps protect history. Along the way, they must recover the Seven Memories-Kindness, Wisdom, Leadership, Patience, Unity, Creativity, and Courage-before the mysterious Forgetting Mist erases Africa's stories forever.Filled with adventure, humour, mystery, African history, folklore-inspired fantasy, and unforgettable characters, Queen Idia and the Ivory Leopard of Benin celebrates the richness of African cultures, languages, art, and traditions while inspiring young readers to become the next generation of Storykeepers.Perfect for readers aged 8-12, this heart-warming adventure teaches that our names, languages, family stories, and history are treasures worth protecting-and that every child has the power to keep them alive.Because when stories live. the people live.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Three Wedding Journeys Is A Magical, Heart-warming Story That Celebrates The Richness Of African Culture-Especially The Traditions Of Nigeria's Igbo, Yoruba, And Hausa People.Through Adventure, Emotion, And Unforgettable Storytelling, This Book Teaches Children That: Differences Are Not Something To FearUnderstanding Builds BridgesAnd Unity Is Something We Choose the Golden Thread Breaks.Guided By Her Wise Grandmother, Young Adaeze Is Chosen For A Journey Unlike Any Other.She Must Travel Across Three Powerful Cultures-The East, Where She Learns The Strength Of Family And RootsThe West, Where She Discovers The Power Of RespectThe North, Where She Uncovers The Beauty Of Faith And PatienceWith Each Lesson, Adaeze Gathers Pieces Of Wisdom.But Will It Be Enough To Restore The Thread-And Unite Two Families.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if the rivers could speak. and the forests were calling for help When 11-year-old Adunni discovers that her family's sacred talking drum has been stolen during a grand Yoruba festival, her ordinary life changes forever. Chosen by ancient forces, she embarks on a magical journey across sacred rivers, thunder kingdoms, healing forests, and hidden cities beneath Ile-Ife.Alongside her funny cousin Tunde, Adunni meets powerful Yoruba Orishas like ?`?un, ?àngó, Yemoja, Ògún, and many others who teach her courage, kindness, wisdom, healing, and justice.But when greed threatens Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove and the balance between Earth and Sky begins to break, Adunni must make the ultimate choice to save her people, protect nature, and preserve her heritage.A magical adventure filled with African culture, mythology, humor, food, music, and unforgettable lessons about protecting history, family, and the Earth.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When the sacred Memory Drum cracks during the Festival of Stories in Burkina Faso, something terrifying awakens.Across Africa, elders begin forgetting names. Songs disappear. Languages fade. Ancient stories vanish into the wind. A mysterious force known only as The Silence is stealing the memories of an entire continent.Chosen by an ancient prophecy, four courageous children-Ayo, Zara, Kofi, and Temba-must embark on an extraordinary journey to restore the legendary Fires of Memory before Africa's history is lost forever.Guided by the wise griot Mama Kadidia and a magical Sankofa Bird, they travel through hidden libraries beneath Timbuktu, magical markets where languages become music, underground cities powered by forgotten inventions, and ancient kingdoms guarded by spirits of memory.Along the way they discover: - The power of storytelling- The importance of preserving language and culture- The strength found in compassion and truth- The beauty of African civilizations and heritage- The courage to face fear, grief, and uncertainty- The responsibility of carrying history into the futureBlending African history, mythology-inspired fantasy, adventure, emotional intelligence, and unforgettable characters, The Children of Sankara is an epic journey across a continent rich with wisdom, innovation, resilience, and hope.Filled with magical creatures, ancient mysteries, powerful lessons, and breathtaking discoveries, this inspiring story reminds young readers that the greatest treasures are not gold or jewels-but the stories, memories, and traditions that shape who we are.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this heartwarming adventure celebrates African heritage while encouraging children everywhere to become storytellers, dreamers, inventors, and guardians of culture.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if discovering where you come from meant stepping inside the memories of your people Eleven-year-old Lensa has a problem. Her class assignment asks one simple question: WHERE DO I COME FROM She knows she is Oromo-but when she tries to explain what that means, her page remains almost empty.Then Grandmother Hirut gives her an old wooden pendant carved with an Odaa tree.TING!Suddenly, Lensa is swept into the mysterious Paths of Memory, guided by Bariisaa, a hilarious talking bird who claims to be the 'Assistant Keeper of Extremely Important Memories.'To return home, Lensa must uncover the Seven Seeds of Memory-Community, Language, Listening, Gratitude, Courage, Identity and Responsibility-while battling the terrifying Forgetting Wind, which wants names, stories and memories to disappear.Along the way, Lensa explores Afaan Oromoo, the Gadaa tradition, Irreecha, oral storytelling, historical movements, family traditions and the diverse religious experiences of Oromo communities. But her greatest discovery is that heritage is not about knowing everything.It is about caring enough to keep asking.Warm, funny, magical and educational, The Girl Who Followed the Odaa Tree is an unforgettable African history adventure about identity, courage, belonging and the responsibility of carrying stories forward.The story has reached you.What will you carry forward.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if an old wooden canoe could carry you into the history of one of Africa's most remarkable kings Eleven-year-old Tamuno Jack thinks history belongs in old books-and that Grandpa Tam talks about it far too much.Then he discovers a mysterious wooden canoe hidden among his late grandmother's belongings.The moment he touches it, the canoe whispers one word: 'Mbanaso.'Before Tamuno can understand what is happening-WHOOSH!He is swept into the magical River of Memory, where the past is alive, mangroves whisper, forgotten stories fight to survive, and a very proud talking egret named Nwa-Ogiri insists that historical birds do not wobble.There, Tamuno meets a boy called Mbanaso-the child who will one day become Jaja of Opobo.Tamuno follows Jaja's extraordinary journey from a childhood marked by enslavement to the trading houses of Bonny, from his rise as a brilliant merchant and leader to the founding of Opobo, one of the Niger Delta's great nineteenth-century commercial centres.But as Jaja's influence grows, so does a darker threat.British merchants want greater access to the trade Jaja controls. European imperial competition is spreading across Africa. Treaties, flags and foreign officials begin changing the rules.And lurking behind it all is the mysterious Grey Tide, a force that feeds on forgotten and distorted history.To defeat it, Tamuno must discover seven magical cowries: IDENTITY. RESILIENCE. KNOWLEDGE. LEADERSHIP. ENTERPRISE. JUSTICE. COURAGE.But his hardest lesson comes when he discovers that protecting African history does not mean remembering only kings, victories and greatness.It means remembering the painful parts too.Because true heritage needs truth.Filled with adventure, humour, mystery, family, African culture, history, time travel and magic, Jaja of Opobo: The Boy Who Would Not Bow introduces young readers to the fascinating world of nineteenth-century Niger Delta trade, the rise of Opobo, European imperial expansion, resistance, sovereignty and the enduring importance of knowing who tells our stories.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An Eyo Festival AdventureWhat if discovering your heritage meant stepping inside its memories Eleven-year-old Ronke thinks she knows Lagos-until a school heritage project leaves her unable to explain the mysterious white-robed Eyo tradition.Then an ancient family box appears containing the Staff of Five Threads, a magical object that opens the hidden memories of Lagos.Suddenly, Ronke and her hilarious younger brother, Tobi, are swept into an extraordinary adventure through historic Lagos Island. Guided by Grandma Mor? nik? and the mysterious Baba Alágbe, they encounter Eyo processions, family secrets, forgotten stories and the dangerous Grey Forgetting, a strange force determined to erase the meaning behind the past.To protect what is disappearing, Ronke must unlock five powerful lessons: Identity. Respect. Memory. Community. Responsibility.Along the way, she discovers that history is more than dates, photographs and beautiful traditions. It lives in family stories, oral traditions, historical records, communities-and in the questions children are brave enough to ask.Filled with mystery, humour, magic, Nigerian culture and unforgettable adventures, The White Robes of Lagos invites young readers to explore the history and living heritage of Lagos while discovering an important truth: Heritage isn't only something our ancestors leave behind.It is something we decide whether tomorrow will receive.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When twelve-year-old Aina discovers an ancient talking drum hidden in her grandfather's attic during a thunderstorm in Ibadan, she never expects it to awaken the forgotten past of an entire people.The drum whispers a terrifying warning: 'The kingdoms are falling again.'Suddenly, Aina is pulled into a magical journey through the Yoruba Civil Wars (1790s-1893), where she witnesses the rise and fall of powerful kingdoms, the collapse of Old Oyo, the birth of Ibadan and Abeokuta, the struggles of divided communities, and the arrival of foreign powers along the coast.Alongside the funny and fearless Tunde, the wise storyteller Baba Fadeyi, and children from rival kingdoms, Aina must uncover the secret of the Shadow Leopard-a terrifying spirit that grows stronger through hatred, pride, revenge, and division.As war spreads across Yorubaland, the children discover ancient forests filled with ancestral spirits, hidden tunnels beneath Olumo Rock, sacred carvings beneath Ile-Ife, and the forgotten rhythm of unity once protected by Ayanmo the Spirit Drummer.But can children heal what generations have broken Filled with African mythology-inspired fantasy, emotional adventure, talking drums, moonlit storytelling, cultural wisdom, humor, powerful historical lessons, and unforgettable characters, this epic children's novel brings Yoruba history alive in a magical and deeply meaningful way.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, teachers, families, and lovers of African history, this unforgettable story teaches courage, emotional intelligence, leadership, forgiveness, identity, and the importance of remembering where we come from.Because when drums remember their rhythm.kingdoms remember themselves.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When twelve-year-old Zuri hears the Nile whisper her name, she discovers that a dangerous force known as The Silenceis stealing Africa's stories, songs, and memories.Guided by her wise grandmother, a magical Drum of Remembering, and new friends along the river, Zuri embarks on an unforgettable journey from Uganda to Egypt. Along the way, she meets ancient guardians, talking river creatures, legendary queens, and the spirits of history itself.As memories begin disappearing across the continent, Zuri must uncover the secrets of the Nile, awaken the Seven Memory Guardians, and learn that courage, wisdom, and responsibility are stronger than fear.Filled with adventure, African history, mythology-inspired fantasy, cultural treasures, humor, and heart, The Nile Remembers is a powerful story about identity, heritage, friendship, and the importance of preserving the stories that connect us.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this unforgettable journey reminds us that: 'When children remember, rivers live forever.'. …

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - KHUFU AND THE SECRET OF THE GREAT PYRAMIDEveryone remembers the pyramid. But who remembers the people behind it When eleven-year-old Amara Hassan discovers a mysterious golden scarab and her grandfather suddenly disappears, she is swept thousands of years into the past-to ancient Egypt, where the Great Pyramid of Giza is still being built.There she meets Teta, a young apprentice scribe searching for his missing father. Together, they journey along the Nile, explore the bustling workers' settlement, encounter Pharaoh Khufu, enter the mysterious Hall of Ma'at, and uncover a secret hidden deep within the Great Pyramid.But a powerful Forgetting Shadow is erasing names and stories from history.Soon, Amara faces an impossible choice: save the grandfather she loves-or protect the memories of people the world may otherwise forget.Blending African history, archaeology, mystery, humour, time travel and mythology-inspired fantasy, this exciting adventure introduces young readers to ancient Egypt while exploring courage, friendship, leadership, identity and the power of remembering ordinary people.Because a king may commission a monument-but a civilisation is built by many.WHO RAISES THE STONE MANY HANDS!WHO CARRIES THE STORY MANY VOICES!WHO KEEPS MEMORY ALIVE WE DO.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Africa in the Bible: The Stories We Didn't KnowWhat if everything you thought you knew.was only part of the story When a curious young girl named Zara asks a simple question-'Was Africa in the Bible too '-she begins a journey that will change her life forever.Guided by a mysterious rhythm and a wise companion, Zara is taken across time and place to discover powerful stories hidden in plain sight. From the deserts walked by Hagar, to the royal courts of the Queen of Sheba, to the waters where the Ethiopian Eunuch found truth-Zara uncovers a truth many have never been told: Africa has always been part of the story.Along the way, she witnesses courage, faith, leadership, and sacrifice-from Moses leading his people to freedom, to Simon of Cyrene stepping into a moment that would change history.But this is more than a journey through the past.It is a journey into identity.Through adventure, emotion, culture, music, and powerful storytelling, Zara learns that she is not just discovering the story.She belongs in it.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if God's provision doesn't always look like what you expected Eleven-year-old Ebunoluwa Adeyemi has always heard that God provides.But when her father's work contract suddenly ends, money becomes tight, and her family begins worrying about bills, Ebunoluwa has a question nobody seems eager to answer: 'If God provides for us, why don't we always have everything we need 'Then an ancient woven basket begins knocking from Grandma's storeroom.K?`N-K?`N-K?`N!Out pops A?írí, a mysterious-and extremely opinionated-talking weaverbird who leads Ebunoluwa through the magical Seven Paths of Provision.Across extraordinary journeys inspired by African history, heritage and community life, Ebunoluwa discovers seven surprising ways God can provide: CREATION - through the resources already around usWORK - through skills, creativity and perseveranceWISDOM - through ideas, solutions and opportunitiesGUIDANCE - through direction when we don't know what comes nextPEOPLE - through family, friends and communityGRATITUDE - by helping us recognize what we already haveGENEROSITY - by allowing us to become part of someone else's provisionBut Ebunoluwa's greatest challenge comes when she meets the mysterious Voice of Never Enough, a shadow that attacks with something more powerful than weapons: comparison.Other children have bigger houses.Better holidays.Newer technology.More expensive clothes.Perfect-looking lives.The Voice asks: 'If God really provides, why don't you have what they have 'To defeat it, Ebunoluwa must discover that God's provision does not mean getting everything she wants-or pretending hardship does not exist.It means learning to recognize that God has not abandoned her.Filled with adventure, humour, African cultural heritage, Christian faith, family, food, music, storytelling, emotional wisdom and unforgettable magical symbols, The Seven Paths of Provision invites children to discover that God's provision may already be closer than they think.And sometimes-the answer to someone else's prayer may already be in their hands.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Eleven-year-old Eghosa thinks history is just old kings, forgotten dates and stories that have nothing to do with him.Then an ancient wall whispers his name.When his archaeologist uncle mysteriously disappears while investigating the remarkable earthworks of Benin, Eghosa and his fearless cousin Ivie follow a magical bronze leopard into the Memory Road-a world where the past is remembered, forgotten stories awaken, and the mysterious Forgetting Shadow is growing stronger.Their journey carries them into the world of Ewuare the Great, the legendary fifteenth-century Oba of Benin. Along the way, they encounter bustling markets, magnificent royal courtyards, skilled craftspeople, ancient earthworks, cultural celebrations and the countless ordinary people who helped build a powerful African kingdom.To rescue Uncle Osahon, the children must discover the Seven Marks of Memory: Courage, Community, Craft, Wisdom, Memory, Justice and Imagination.But the greatest lesson may be the hardest: History does not belong only to kings and famous people.Filled with mystery, humour, adventure, African heritage and unforgettable characters, Ewuare the Great and the Whispering Walls of Benin invites young readers to explore one of Africa's remarkable historical kingdoms while discovering that the past is not asking us to live inside it-it is asking us not to lose what it can teach us.Who carries the story WE CARRY THE STORY.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What makes a great king-gold, power, courage, wisdom. or something more Twelve-year-old Kofi Adeyemi thinks he knows almost nothing about Africa's great rulers-until an ancient Map of Memory begins erasing their names.Guided by Jabari, a tiny bronze lion with a very large personality, Kofi is swept across centuries of African history. He encounters the worlds of Mansa Musa, Sundiata Keita, Askia Muhammad, Oba Ewuare, King Ezana, King Lalibela and Osei Tutu, discovering powerful kingdoms, bustling trade routes, centres of learning, extraordinary architecture, sacred traditions and remarkable works of art.But a mysterious Nameless King and the spreading Mist of Forgetting are waiting.To save the Map, Kofi must uncover seven symbols of leadership: Listening. Knowledge. Unity. Courage. Justice. Legacy. Self-Knowledge.Along the way, he discovers something even more important: Africa's history does not need exaggeration to be extraordinary, great rulers were never perfect, and kingdoms were never built by kings alone.Behind every crown were farmers, scholars, mothers, traders, craftspeople, builders, storytellers, children and countless others whose lives also shaped history.Blending historical adventure, mystery, humour, oral tradition and mythology-inspired fantasy, The Great Kings of Africa invites young readers ages 8-12 to explore Africa's diverse past while learning to question evidence, respect different perspectives and think deeply about what true leadership means.Because you may never wear a crown.But you can still choose what kind of leader you will become.Children of tomorrow, shall I tell you what the crowns remember Tell it truly, so we understand.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Binta has always believed that old stories belong in the past. But when she tells her grandmother that stories cannot build tomorrow, something impossible happens-family photographs turn blank, names begin disappearing, and a mysterious golden antelope leads her into a magical world where memory itself is in danger.Guided by the wise Tyi Wara, enchanted Bogolan cloth, the singing River Niger, and the voices of her ancestors, Binta must collect the Seven Seeds of Wisdom before the Dust of Forgetting erases the stories, languages, traditions, and dreams of her people forever.Along the way, she discovers that courage is stronger when shared, kindness can change hearts, creativity grows from wisdom, and the future is brightest when it remembers its roots.Filled with adventure, humour, unforgettable characters, and authentic Bambara (Bamana) cultural traditions, The Antelope of Living Wisdom is a magical journey that celebrates African heritage, family, innovation, and the power of storytelling.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this inspiring adventure reminds every child that the greatest treasure they can inherit is a story worth carrying forward.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - SUNDIATA: THE BOY WHO MADE THE LION RISEA Journey Through the Birth of the Mali EmpireBefore Sundiata Keita became the legendary Lion of Mali, he was a boy people underestimated.Eleven-year-old Kande Keita carries the name of one of Africa's most famous rulers-but she barely knows his story.Then her grandfather shows her a mysterious golden lion pendant marked with seven tiny paw prints.One touch sends Kande tumbling through the River of Memory and into the world of thirteenth-century West Africa.There she meets young Sundiata before the empire, before the victories, and before the legend.Guided by the mysterious and hilarious griot Balla Fasseke, Kande follows Sundiata through hardship, exile, friendship, danger and the struggle against the powerful Soumaoro Kanté. Along the way, she must unlock seven magical lessons: Memory. Patience. Adaptability. Discernment. Responsibility. Unity. Legacy.But Kande soon discovers that history is more complicated than the stories we remember.What is history What is oral tradition What is legend And how do we know the difference Filled with magic, humour, courage, African history and unforgettable adventure, Sundiata: The Boy Who Made the Lion Rise is a journey into the beginnings of the Mali Empire-and the extraordinary child behind the legendary Lion.Because heroes are not born as legends.They grow into them.A lion does not become a lion in one day.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - One Christmas. One magical Star. Seven gifts to find. And a journey that will change the meaning of home forever.Eleven-year-old Ayo Adeyemi has grown up in Britain hearing the same promise every year: 'One day, we will spend Christmas in Nigeria.'This year, it is finally happening.Ayo expects sunshine, family gatherings, delicious food and perhaps far too many relatives asking, 'Do you remember me ' What he does not expect is an ancient brass Christmas Star passed down through his family-or the mysterious voice that whispers: 'WELCOME HOME, CHILD OF TWO SKIES.'When the Star begins to lose its light, Grandma reveals an old family story: when people forget the stories that shaped them, the Star forgets how to shine.To restore it, Ayo, his fearless little sister Tomi and their cousin Zainab must discover Seven Gifts of Memory-a Story, a Welcome, a Song, a Name, a Meal Shared Together, Service and Hope.Their adventure carries them through colourful markets, family celebrations, music, food, cultural traditions and magical landscapes inspired by Nigeria's extraordinary past. Along the way, Ayo encounters glimpses of ancient Nok cultures, Ile-Ife, the Kingdom of Benin, Hausa city-states, Kanem-Bornu, Oyo, Igbo histories, historic trade networks, colonial rule, independence and modern Nigeria.But something is following them.The mysterious Harmattan of Forgetting wants names forgotten, songs silenced and history erased.And it knows Ayo's deepest question: Can you truly belong to two places at once Filled with adventure, humour, family, faith, history, Nigerian culture and plenty of puff-puff, The Christmas Star of Nigeria is a heartwarming story for children ages 8-12 about discovering that heritage is not about living in the past-it is about knowing what stands behind you while courageously walking toward the future.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if the world laughed at you before you even began In a small Nigerian village, a young boy named Tunde is ready to give up on football forever. After another embarrassing defeat on the dusty village field, he believes he simply isn't good enough.But everything changes the night he hears mysterious drums beneath the stars.Beside a glowing storytelling fire, Mama Sade tells Tunde and the village children an unforgettable true story - the story of the legendary Nigerian football team that traveled across the ocean to England in 1949 and shocked the world by playing barefoot.Mocked by crowds.Doubted by opponents.Ignored by history.Yet these courageous young Nigerians carried something stronger than fear: belief, rhythm, unity, and pride in who they were.As Tunde discovers the forgotten heroes of the past, his own journey begins to change. Through dreams, football, friendship, emotional struggles, teamwork, and powerful lessons about identity and courage, he learns that greatness does not begin with fame or perfect conditions.It begins with belief.Filled with: - African culture and oral storytelling, - emotional life lessons, - inspiring football adventures, - humor and friendship, - powerful historical connections, - unforgettable symbols and magical realism, The Barefoot Legacy is an uplifting children's novel about courage, heritage, teamwork, and the power of remembering who you are.Perfect for readers ages 8-12, this inspiring story celebrates African history, resilience, and the beautiful truth that even barefoot dreamers can change the world.Because sometimes.'The world saw bare feet.but they carried giants.'.…