African Childrens tales by Authors who support Pelican Post

A Listmania! list by N. JOHNSON "Pelican Post" (England)
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Essential Modern Classics - Journey to Jo'Burg
1.  Essential Modern Classics - Journey to Jo'Burg by Beverley Naidoo
The list author says:
  "Compelling and inspiring childrens adventure set in Apartheid South Africa.  Part of the Essential Modern Classic Series. Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£4.43   Used & New from: £1.43
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain (Picturemacs)
2.  Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain (Picturemacs) by Verna Aardema
The list author says:
  "Set in Kenya and based on a Kenyan folk tale - colourful reworking of story in the form of a nursery rhyme.  Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£3.47   Used & New from: £1.15
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

The Garbage King
3.  The Garbage King by Elizabeth Laird
The list author says:
  "Beautifully written and critically acclaimed tale about a group of Ethiopian street children battling against the odds. Brilliant! Readers can post this book 2 schools in Africa @ www.pelican-post.org"
£3.47   Used & New from: £0.01
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

The Bush
4.  The Bush by Bernard Ashley
The list author says:
  "Charming childrens picture book about a pair of Rabbits being brought home into a village in Uganda.  Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£5.50   Used & New from: £0.01
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Handa's Surprise (Walker Paperbacks)
5.  Handa's Surprise (Walker Paperbacks) by Eileen Browne
The list author says:
  "Lovely picture book with beautiful illustrations re: African girl taking fruit 2 her friend. Also in dual language (Ghana, Nigeria, Somaila) Readers can post this book 2 schools @ www.pelican-post.org"
£4.29   Used & New from: £0.01
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

We're Going on a Lion Hunt
6.  We're Going on a Lion Hunt by David Axtell
The list author says:
  "Beautifully illustrated picture book for beginners in English with a rhythmic story that is infectious.  Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£3.47   Used & New from: £1.04
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Akimbo and the Elephants
7.  Akimbo and the Elephants by Alexander McCall Smith
The list author says:
  "Popular boys tale - part of a series of tales with an environmental / animal theme following the adventures of Akimbo. Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£3.59   Used & New from: £0.01
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Tales from Africa (Oxford Myths and Legends)
8.  Tales from Africa (Oxford Myths and Legends) by Kathleen Arnott
The list author says:
  "More advanced childrens reading featuring folk tales from all over Africa.Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£5.24   Used & New from: £1.15
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Mama Panya's Pancakes: A Village Tale from Kenya
9.  Mama Panya's Pancakes: A Village Tale from Kenya by Mary Chamberlin
The list author says:
  "Set in Kenya, this book is all about friendship and sharing with a recipe!  Great to get kids learning to read!Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
Used & New from: £39.96
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Amina and the Shell
10.  Amina and the Shell by Deborah Alexander
The list author says:
  "Beautifully illustrated fantasy adventure story set on an unidentified tropical island & featuring a Giant & heroine- Amina. Readers can post this book 2 schools in Africa @ www.pelican-post.org"
£5.39   Used & New from: £0.03

A is for Africa (Herries Chronicles)
11.  A is for Africa (Herries Chronicles) by Ifeoma Onyefulu
The list author says:
  "A great simple alphabet book with African theme & lovely photos, inspiring children 2 learn 2 read. Clever idea! Readers can post this book 2 schools in Africa @ www.pelican-post..org"
£5.24   Used & New from: £0.01
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

The Interview (Macmillan Writer's Prize for Africa): Tales from West Africa (AWP Young Reader's)
12.  The Interview (Macmillan Writer's Prize for Africa): Tales from West Africa (AWP Young Reader's) by P.M.W. Ngugi
The list author says:
  "This book won the Macmillan Writers Prize for Africa in 2002.  Brilliant. Must read.Readers can post this book to schools in Africa at www.pelican-post.org"
£5.50   Used & New from: £2.99

Torn Pages
13.  Torn Pages by Sally Grindley
The list author says:
  "Beautifully poignan tale about orphaned girl reading her mothers journal & coming 2 terms with loss & looking after her siblings. Readers can post this book 2 schools in Africa @ www.pelican-post.org"
£4.49   Used & New from: £0.01
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

We All Went on Safari: A Counting Journey Through Tanzania
14.  We All Went on Safari: A Counting Journey Through Tanzania by Laurie Krebs
The list author says:
  "Lovely counting book set in Tanzania with aim 2 learn swahili. Beautifully illustrated-also includes intro to Tanzania. Readers can post this book 2 schools in Africa @ www.pelican-post.org"
Used & New from: £15.49
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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