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Grandma's Compound
Paperback
ISBN13: 9789996088155
Publisher: Mlembi Press
Published: Aug 27 2026
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.05 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Grandma's compound is never quiet. There is laughter every morning, stories by the fi re, and chores to dodge, with wasp stings to learn from along the way.
A market-day argument turns into real anger. A jealous cousin and a shouting aunt test everyone's patience. But Grandma has one answernfor it all, that is, forgiveness.
When a family member falls seriously ill, she does not hesitate. She rushes to help, showing the children the real way of life.
Grandparents are a pool of wisdom, and their compound is full of love, peace, and comfort. No grandparent wants their grandchildren to grow up amid isolation, hatred, and conflict, so they work to keep peace in their home.
Grandma shows exactly that here, meeting every confl ict with love and understanding, even her daughter-in-law's harsh behaviour.
This is a warm story about family, hard work, and a grandmother whose kindness never runs out - perfect for young readers aged 7-12.
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