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The Herd Boy
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ISBN13: 9780802855503
Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Published: Jul 14 2020
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.20 Width: 10.00 Depth: 9.60
Language: English
An Amazon Teacher's Pick
A USBBY Outstanding International Book
A touching, eloquent story...Filled with hope and promise, it will inspire children to embrace their place in life and dream big. -- School Library Journal (STARRED REVIEW)
A young South African herd boy dreams big in this atmospheric picture book about strength, courage, and the integrity of a great leader.
Malusi is a herd boy, which means that he must look after his grandfather's sheep and goats and protect them from harm on the grazing slopes. This is a big job for a small boy and one Malusi does well. Still, he dreams of being more than a herd boy: he wants to be president!
When Malusi mentions these hopes, his friend Lungisa laughs and laughs. But after an attack by a hungry baboon and an encounter with Nelson Mandela, Malusi wonders if his dream isn't so impossible after all.
In this poignant story set in rural South Africa, greatness often comes from humble beginnings. Niki Daly's captivating prose and atmospheric illustrations help readers consider what builds the strength, courage, and integrity of a great leader.
An author's note and glossary of Xhosa and Afrikaans words provide additional context.
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