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The Yam and the Egg
Paperback
Series: African Heritage Tales
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ISBN10: 1069462802
ISBN13: 9781069462800
Publisher: Papawa Press Inc
Published: May 31 2025
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.19
Height: 0.07 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781069462800
Publisher: Papawa Press Inc
Published: May 31 2025
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.19
Height: 0.07 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Kofi tried again and again. Still, his sandals wouldn't tie. But Baba, his grandfather, just smiled. The same boiling water that softens the yam hardens the egg, he said.
The Yam and the Egg is a gentle and joyful tale about growing up, learning at your own pace, and discovering the strength inside you-told through the timeless wisdom of an old African proverb.
The Yam and the Egg is a gentle and joyful tale about growing up, learning at your own pace, and discovering the strength inside you-told through the timeless wisdom of an old African proverb.
With vibrant illustrations and a loving intergenerational bond, this story helps every child feel seen, understood, and supported. Because learning looks different for every little one.
Perfect for children ages 3 to 9, parents, teachers, and anyone who believes in the power of patience, wisdom, and cultural storytelling.
Perfect for children ages 3 to 9, parents, teachers, and anyone who believes in the power of patience, wisdom, and cultural storytelling.
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