The Magic Bojabi Tree by Dianne Hofmeyr
Python has wrapped himself around the tree with its delicious fruit, and he won't share the fruit unless the animals can tell him the correct name of the tree.
'I used the tory as a basis for some 'storytelling challenges'- simple scenario's to stimulate the children's own stories..It is a good demonstration of what oral stories do best.' -- Judith Harries Early Years Educator 'Packed with humour and brought to life by Piet Grobler's vibrant illustrations... An immensely satisfying tale.' The Independent on Sunday 'A treat to read aloud to children ... A book that you will want to return to again and again.' Pirotta Blog 'The text flows easily and is excellent for reading aloud, whilst the comic wordplay will engage all the family. The traditional story is lifted by the well- drawn characters who come alive in warm, delicate colours.' Carousel 'a delightful animal folk tale' Armadillo 'delightful' IBBY Link 'Featuring humorous, vivid and detailed illustrations which evoke the African landscape with a few strokes of the paintbrush, this is a great book to share with young children... it also gently reinforces the message about listening and remembering.' Reading Zone 'Fabulously evocative illustrations... a humorous journey.' Practical Pre-School 'A beautifully illustrated story.' Offspring 'A delightful present for the younger reader.' Our Book Reviews 'A treat to read aloud to children ... A book that you will want to return to again and again.' Good Reads, Saviour Pirotta blog 'The African landscapes and creatures are vividly depicted. ... The repetition and clever use of words make it a super story to read aloud.' Parents in Touch
PIET GROBLER grew up on a farm in Limpopo, South Africa. After working as a church minister, he made a career in illustration and now lectures at the University of Worcester. He is the recipient of many international illustration awards, including the IBBY Honours List. His books for Frances Lincoln include The Great Tug of War (9781845070557) and Aesop's Fables (9781847800077) with Beverley Naidoo, and Fussy Freya (9781845075118) with Katharine Quarmby. He lives with his wife and daughter in Great Malvern. DIANNE HOFMEYR grew up on the tip of Southern Africa. She graduated as an art teacher in Cape Town and has written several teenage novels and picture books. she has won the M-Net Award for fiction and has two IBBY Honour Books.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781847802958 |
| ISBN 10 | 1847802958 |
| Title | The Magic Bojabi Tree |
| Author | Dianne Hofmeyr |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Quarto Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2013-04-04 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Short-listed for Black-Eyed Susan Award (Picture Book) 2014, Short-listed for Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award 2015 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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