Salamatu and Kandoni Go Missing
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1999

Salamatu and Kandoni Go Missing

By Steve Brace, Annie Kubler (Illustrator)

A goat's school visit sparks chaos and cultural insights.

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32 pages
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When Salamatu's goat unexpectedly follows her to school, chaos ensues, turning an ordinary day into a whirlwind of misadventures. As the school grapples with the goat's antics, Salamatu navigates the challenges of blending her rural life with her education. This humorous tale offers a glimpse into Ghanaian culture, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and cultural differences. Will Salamatu manage to restore order, or will the goat's escapades change her school forever?

From the publisher

Salamatu’s goat follows her to school, leading to a series of misadventures. Provides an insight into life in Ghana and allows comparisons to our own country. Published in conjunction with Action Aid.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about AfricaBooks about farm animalsBooks about goatsBooks about culture
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Book details

Publication
Published
January 1, 1999
First published
September 29, 1999
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780859537841

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