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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1971
Moja Means One
Written by Muriel Feelings · Illustrated by Tom Feelings
Discover Swahili numbers and East African culture through vibrant illustrations.
4.0 Goodreads · 533 ratings
32 pages· ~500L
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Bookroo's summary
Embark on a colorful journey through East Africa, where counting in Swahili becomes an adventure. Each page reveals a new number, beautifully illustrated to capture the essence of local life. With pronunciation guides, this book invites young readers to explore a rich culture while learning a new language. What wonders will each number unveil?
From the publisher
A Caldecott Honor BookMoja Means One introduces children to counting in Swahili with helpful pronunciation keys, while presenting East African culture and lifestyles through an easy-to-understand narrative and vivid illustrations. “Magnificient, full-page drawings throb with the feeling of East African life.”–Child Study Association Look for the Caldecott Honor Book and companion title: Jambo Means Hello: Swahili Alphabet Book
Awards
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 3–5
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~500L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.3
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- August 15, 1992
- First published
- January 1, 1971
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780140546620
- OCLC
- 54389519
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