Synopses & Reviews
Jamela gets in trouble when she takes the material intended for a new dress for Mama, parades it in the street, and allows it to become dirty and torn. But there is a happy ending in store for "Kwela Jamela African Queen," and just in time.
Review
"A sympathetic and lighthearted slice of life." -- Starred,
Publishers Weekly"Daly's tale is set in a South African town, but the story of a little girl getting carried away by her make-believe games is a universal one . . . With its rising pace and strong narrative, Jamela's story is a joyful evocation of community and family that will be a storytime hit." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"The story is filled with the musical language of South Africa. Daly's illustrations are vibrant and colorful, and impart a child's-eye view of the world . . . A delightful read-aloud." -- Starred, School Library Journal
About the Author
Niki Daly is the author and illustrator of many picture books, including
Old Bob's Brown Bear,
What's Cooking, Jamela?, and
Once Upon a Time. He lives in Cape Town, South Africa.