Stories
The Bride Who Had Nothing, Read Along
Nov 9th, 2009 • Category: StoriesThe Bride Who Had Nothing, is a heart warming story by Selinah Motshidisi Sefako. This story includes an interactive read along.
The Magic Paintbrush, Read Along
Nov 9th, 2009 • Category: StoriesThe Magic Paintbrush, by Jeane Maclay-Mayers and Tyrone Appollis is about a boy who learns how to paint things the way he wants.
The TV Star, Read Along
Nov 9th, 2009 • Category: StoriesThe TV Star, by Barbara Hutton, Gcina Mhlophe and Sindiwe Magona is about a young girl following her dream and becoming a huge success.
Horns Only, Read Along
Nov 9th, 2009 • Category: StoriesHorns Only, by Fathoma Dada, Gcina Mhlophe and Leoni Hofmeyr is beautifully illustrated and teaches us that no matter what we look like, we are all equal.
Hare Helps
Nov 1st, 2009 • Category: StoriesIn this re-telling of an old African folk tale, Kraka the witch puts a curse on Gondo’s family. Hare hears the curse and decides that he will try to break the curse. He selflessly makes it his mission to be as stupid as he can be. When he is about to give up, he does a very stupid thing with very pleasing results.
Betty’s Braids
Oct 27th, 2009 • Category: StoriesBetty’s Braids, a story about a beautiful young girl who learns that she is perfect the way she is. By Tracy Blues, Gcina Mhlophe and Sindiwe Magona.
Bongi on the Bus
Oct 25th, 2009 • Category: StoriesBongi sets off alone on a bus trip to visit her sister in the city. The bus breaks down and she has to get off the vehicle. A swarm of angry bees attack the passengers and Bongi’s knowledge of the insects helps the panic-stricken adults! Bongi eventually arrives safely at her destination.
The Ngesi Family fun Run
Oct 4th, 2009 • Category: StoriesThando decides to organise a fun run for the community. He does not initially get the support of his reluctant brother, Sizwe, but he advertises it anyway. The race is a huge success and the brothers learn how important siblings are.


