Eniola and The Whispering Tree
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 11 2025
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.32
Height: 0.14 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A tender, sensory-rich picture book about a little girl discovering the magic of a giant baobab (BAY-uh-bab)-and the roots of her family.
When Mama points out the towering baobab, Eniola can't resist exploring. Under its shade, Grandma hums a gentle tune as Eniola touches the warm, bumpy bark, watches birds and squirrels, and tastes the baobab's sweet-tangy fruit. She learns how the leaves and bark help people, sketches the tree's royal crown of branches, and imagines it whispering stories on the breeze. As the sun sets, Grandma shares family tales that connect Eniola to two homelands-Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau-and Eniola dreams of visiting the wise old tree again tomorrow.
Perfect for bedtime and classroom read-alouds, this story celebrates curiosity, nature, and the bonds between generations-with warm, semi-realistic illustrations that glow like golden hour.
Why families & teachers love it
Celebrates West African heritage and intergenerational love
Gentle nature facts about the baobab (fruit, leaves, bark)
Encourages observation, imagination, and gratitude
Calming, lyrical text ideal for ages 3-7
Book details
Picture book - 24 pages - Ages 3-7 (PreK-Grade 2)
Themes: Family, nature, culture, mindfulness, curiosity
Includes a simple map spread connecting Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau
If your child loves stories about family, nature, and finding wonder in the everyday, Eniola and the Whispering Tree will become a cherished favorite.
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