My Rows and Piles of Coins

Written by Tololwa M. Mollel · Illustrated by E.B. Lewis

A boy's dream bicycle teaches him about saving and generosity in a Tanzanian market adventure.

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32 pages· AD760L

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Bookroo's summary

In a bustling Tanzanian market, young Saruni dreams of buying a red and blue bicycle to help his mother carry heavy loads. Despite his careful saving, he falls short of his goal. As Saruni grapples with disappointment, his journey reveals the true value of determination and generosity. Will his dream remain out of reach, or will unexpected kindness change his fate? Discover the warmth of family and the vibrant market life in this heartwarming tale.

From the publisher

“I emptied my secret money box, arranged the coins in piles and the piles in rows . . .” The market is full of wonderful things, but Saruni is saving his precious coins for a red and blue bicycle. How happy he will be when he can help his mother carry heavy loads to market on his very own bicycle—and how disappointed he is to discover that he hasn’t saved nearly enough! Determination and generosity are at the heart of this satisfying tale set in Tanzania and illustrated with glowing watercolors that capture the warmth of Saruni’s family and the excitement of market day.