The enchanting song of the magical bird (Tanzania) -- The cat who came indoors (Zimbabwe) -- The great thirst (San, Southern Africa) -- King Lion's gifts (Khoi, Southern Africa) -- The message (Namibia) -- The snake chief (West Africa/Zululand, South Africa) -- How Hlakanyana outwitted the monster (Nguni, South Africa) -- Words as sweet as honey from Sankhambi (Venda, South Africa) -- Mmutla and Phiri (Botswana) -- The lion, the hare, and the hyena...

"Kids 9 to 12 will laugh out loud while reading this adventurous graphic novel, which brings an African folk tale to life for a new audience. When Sarra’s parents die, they leave her with an important warning: never let Dan Auta, her little brother, cry. But Dan Auta loves to make trouble. He hitches a ride on the back of a bird, pokes the eye of the king’s son, and even pees on the king’s head. Making sure he doesn’t cry...