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Our World: Democratic Republic of the Congo

by Mel Nyoko

A child’s-eye introduction to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Awards & Recognition

  • Series recognition

    Praise from School Library Journal for the Our World series

    School Library Journal praised the series for offering evocative, inviting glimpses of faraway places.

AlbakiReads Editorial

A child’s-eye introduction to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Market scenes, bonobos and an end-of-day story anchor this picture book’s introduction to life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Along the way, it includes words in Lingala, Tshiluba and Swahili, with pronunciation guides woven through the story. Additional material at the end offers further insights into life in the country. Written by Congolese author Mel Nyoko and illustrated by Joelle Avelino, the book pairs everyday details with an introduction to languages and place.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • A fit for very young children, particularly ages 0–3, as suggested by the supplied age grouping.
  • For families and caregivers seeking an early introduction to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its languages.

Themes

Everyday life in the Democratic Republic of the CongoLingala, Tshiluba and SwahiliAnimals and storytelling

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Book overview

"This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting" - School Library Journal

Mbote! Betuabu! Jambo! Let's explore DR Congo! Count the fish at the market, watch the cheeky bonobos, and finish the day with a story. Even learn words in Lingala, Tshiluba, and Swahili with pronunciation guides throughout the story.
  • Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series
  • Written by Congolese author Mel Nyoko and illustrated by Joelle Avelino
  • Endmatter provides more insights into life in DR Congo
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