Theme: livestock

One Hen: How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference

By Rebecca Ballenger | Published: November 10, 2009

Inspired by true events, One Hen tells the story of Kojo, a boy from Ghana who turns a small loan into a thriving farm and a livelihood for many.

Descriptors: Africa, Ghana, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: » 3 Comments

Beatrice’s Goat

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

More than anything, Beatrice longs to be a schoolgirl. But in her small African village, only children who can afford uniforms and books can go to school. Beatrice knows that with six children to care for, her family is much too poor. But then Beatrice receives a wonderful gift from some people far away — [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction, Uganda » Other Themes: , , , » 6 Comments