Sikulu & Harambe

Written by Kunle Oguneye · Illustrated by Bruce McCorkindale

A spider and hippo help an old woman, revealing the power of kindness.

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32 pages· ~640L

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Bookroo's summary

In the village of Sioma, an old woman's wash is swept away by the Zambezi river. While other animals offer excuses, Sikulu the spider and Harambe the hippo step up to help. Their act of kindness leads to unexpected rewards, showcasing the beauty of compassion. This tale, rooted in African folklore, invites readers to explore Zambian culture and the timeless lesson that true generosity never goes unnoticed. What will Sikulu and Harambe discover next on their journey across Africa?

From the publisher

This is the first in a series of adventures that follow Sikulu the spider and Harambe the Hippo as they travel to different countries in Africa. In this story, they are in the village of Sioma where they encounter an old woman in need of help. The other animals all have convenient excuses for not helping while Sikulu &amp; Harambe are the only ones who do. Based on an actual folktale, it is a great story that reinforces the beauty of kindness to young children. The book also offers a glossary of terms and weaves information about Zambian culture into the story. Children and adults alike come away better informed about life in Zambia.

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