Journey to Jo'burg

Two siblings journey through apartheid South Africa to save their sister.

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112 pages

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In apartheid South Africa, Naledi and Tiro embark on a perilous journey to Johannesburg to find their mother and save their sick baby sister. As they navigate the harsh realities of their divided country, they confront the brutal injustices faced by black citizens. Will their courage be enough to bring their family back together and challenge the oppressive system? This gripping tale of bravery and resilience explores the fight for freedom and dignity in a world of prejudice.

From the publisher

“Has no equal. Evocative and haunting.” (School Library Journal starred review)The bestselling classic set in South Africa during the apartheid era, in which two siblings must face the dangers of their divided country.Mma lives and works in Johannesburg, far from the village thirteen-year-old Naledi and her younger brother, Tiro, call home. When their baby sister suddenly becomes very sick, Naledi and Tiro know that they need to bring their mother back in order to save their sister’s life. Bravely, secretly, they set off on the long journey to the big city to find Mma.It isn’t until they finally reach Jo’burg that they see up close what life is like for black citizens across South Africa–and begin to really question the unfair and dangerous laws of apartheid.A classic look at prejudice and racism in apartheid South Africa, this short and compelling novel is perfect for independent reading projects and classroom sharing.

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