Moja Means One
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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.

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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

Caldecott Honor (1972)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~500L
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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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