From the wild Ugandan jungle to a cozy new home, read the magical, true life inspiration behind the African Grey Parrot, Kassuku.When a local boy arrives at Gwendoline Dawber's door with a bird tucked inside a shopping bag, Gwendoline decides to buy the bird--changing both of their lives forever.Born to fly freely in the lush canopy of Uganda, a young parrot named Kassuku suddenly finds himself on an unexpected adventure.As kassuku adjusts to his new domesticated life, he brings the magic of the wild outdoors with him.From telling captivating African legends around a glowing campfire, to striking up an enchanting friendship with Busy Miss Hoover, Kassuku's story is full of wonder, folklore and heart.Based on the heart warming story of the author's own beloved family parrot, Kassuku beautifully blends real history with the magical whimsy of the "Tales From Over The Moon" series.It leaves young readers with a powerful, comforting message: no matter where you find yourself, you can always choose to be happy and become the best version of yourself.The story introduces children to the magic of storytelling and African legends, gently teaching resilience, adaptability and finding joy in unexpected circumstances. A retro- style illustrated picture book, perfect for animal lovers ages 4 to 9.Spark your child's imagination and step into an African landscape.
Set against the glowing red sands and starry skies of the Kalahari Desert, Mulungu and Rock Rabbit is a beautifully illustrated tale of friendship, diversity and a celebration of a diverse culture.Ten year old Mulungu and his curious companion, Rock Rabbit, spend their days playing hopscotch in the dust, racing to Acacia tree islands and telling stories of hunting skills. When Rock Rabbit suddenly wonders why he is the only rabbit in the vast desert, Mulungu teaches him a valuable lesson about what it means to be a "one-off" : something so special and unique that there is only one of it.As they play with shadow shapes and watch the sunset paint the sky in gold and purple, the friends realise that the world is much more interesting when everyone is different.Infused with the author's own deep connection with the African landscape, this gentle, witty story is brought to life by Enna Tales's radiant illustrations.The book also features a special educational section exploring the real life Kalahari Desert and the ancient traditions of the indigenous San people.A perfect read- aloud picture book that will leave children smiling, stargazing and feeling proud to be a one-off.