Sing to The Moon by Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl
For one little Ugandan boy, no wish is too big. First he dreams of reaching the stars and then of riding a supernova straight to Mars. But on a rainy day at his grandfather's house, he is brought down to earth with a bump. Do adventures only happen in galaxies far away or can he find magic a little closer to home?
A young boy and his jjajja share memories and wishes in this tender tale set in UgandaHave you ever wished to 'ride a supernova straight to Mars' or travel to the spice markets of Zanzibar or ride a crane to a large feast? This young Ugandan protagonist awakes from these very dreams to dark clouds and rain. The boy and his grandfather spend the day doing such chores as packing peas, clearing wet bamboo leaves from the veranda, and cleaning the tilapia for a fish stew. With every task, Jjajja shares stories: about a childhood friend and fishing trips with his father. And after dinner, Jjajja shares his love of books filled with beloved tales of African kingdoms. Unfolding in rhyme, Isdahl's tale amply demonstrates how sharing stories can make even a rainy day full of chores an adventure. Van Doorn's illustrations capture the story in muted grays, browns, and blues. The stylized typeface gives a touch of texture, and the characters look almost like stick figures with their round heads and thin limbs. Details include a small white dog who joins in each activity with understated whimsy. This gentle bedtime story is rich in Ugandan culture and universal nostalgia as it celebrates a boy's great love for his grandfather.--Kirkus Reviews -- "Journal" (7/19/2018 12:00:00 AM)
Nansubuga was born in the United States to Ugandan parents and works in international development in East and Southern Africa. Her debut picture book ‘Sleep Well, Siba and Saba’ was voted a Kirkus Best Picture Book of the Year. Sandra was born in France and now lives in Australia. She attended art classes at Emily Carr University in Vancouver before embarking on her career as a children’s illustrator. She has been nominated for a Kate Greenaway Medal.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781911373391 |
| ISBN 10 | 1911373390 |
| Title | Sing to The Moon |
| Author | Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Lantana Publishing |
| Year published | 2018-10-11 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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