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I love the Swahili words throughout the book. These are wonderful learning tools for young children. I think the explanation of the words and definitions inside the cover would be a great lesson during studies of other cultures. I really enjoyed the moral lesson taught in the story as well -- listen to your mother and do the job you are told to do. The illustrations are simple but beautiful, and make me want to visit Kenya just to see these tranquil sights.
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For You Are a Kenyan Child (Anne Schwartz Books) by Kelly Cunnane
pbear75, September 3, 2006
I love the Swahili words throughout the book. These are wonderful learning tools for young children. I think the explanation of the words and definitions inside the cover would be a great lesson during studies of other cultures. I really enjoyed the moral lesson taught in the story as well -- listen to your mother and do the job you are told to do. The illustrations are simple but beautiful, and make me want to visit Kenya just to see these tranquil sights.(3 of 7 readers found this comment helpful)