africa, west

Traces the daily activities of a West African boy during two weeks when three important events change the course of his life.

When Chinye is sent into the forest one night by her cruel stepmother, she encounters an old woman who tells her where to find a a magic gourd holding wealth and riches.

Describes the West African culture of food, including the kinds of food grown and eaten, and various feastdays like Ramadan, Easter, naming ceremonies, and yam festivals.

A historical survey of five peoples of precolonial West Africa each of which made lasting contributions to art, politics, religion, and other areas.

Presents a collection of twelve short stories from West African folklore including "Head Over Heart," "A Bite Too Far," "Ananse's Harvest," and more.

Presents eighteen traditional tales from West Africa, including "The Tortoise and the Leopard," "The Story of Muhammadu," and "The Magic Crocodile.".

The tricksters of West African lore are put to the test. Features Hare, Tortoise, and Ananse the spider.

Collection of West African folktales drawn from prose narratives, proverbs, riddles, and songs.

A retelling of a traditional West African tale about a king who refuses to believe that yams, fish, and cloth can talk until his throne agrees with him.

Once only Mouse knew, and kept to himself, the stories of how the world came to be until angry Lightning broke down Mouse's door and the stories escaped into the world.