Too Small Tola
Charming and funny family stories set in modern day Nigeria, perfect for emerging readers, by an acclaimed African storyteller
Published on 2. January 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
96 pages
978-1-4063-8891-6 (ISBN)
Description
Tola may be small, but she's very determined.
Three delightful stories about Too Small Tola, a young girl who, though small, is very determined. Tola lives in a flat in Lagos with her sister, Moji, who is very clever; her brother, Dapo, who is very fast; and Grandmummy, who is very bossy. Tola proves to be stronger than she seems when she goes to market with Grandmummy and manages to carry home a basket full of yams and vegetables, chilli peppers and fish. When the taps in the flat don't work, it's Tola who brings water from the well, and it's Tola who saves the day when Mr Abdul, the tailor, needs his goods to be delivered quickly. Too Small Tola is a wonderful new character in the world of children's books by multi-award-winning children's writer and storyteller Atinuke.
Three delightful stories about Too Small Tola, a young girl who, though small, is very determined. Tola lives in a flat in Lagos with her sister, Moji, who is very clever; her brother, Dapo, who is very fast; and Grandmummy, who is very bossy. Tola proves to be stronger than she seems when she goes to market with Grandmummy and manages to carry home a basket full of yams and vegetables, chilli peppers and fish. When the taps in the flat don't work, it's Tola who brings water from the well, and it's Tola who saves the day when Mr Abdul, the tailor, needs his goods to be delivered quickly. Too Small Tola is a wonderful new character in the world of children's books by multi-award-winning children's writer and storyteller Atinuke.
Reviews / Votes
For five-plus, from the award-winning Atinuke, comes Too Small Tola (Walker), illustrated with livelycharm by Onyinye Iwu.... witty, engaging stories of a little girl with a big personality. * The Guardian * Too Small Tola is a wonderful new character in the world of children's books by multi-award-winning children's writer and storyteller Atinuke. * Wales Art Review * Tola's determination, compassion and generosity are celebrated in this positive portrayal of a contemporary Nigerian family... Splendid black-and-white drawings feature throughout, bringing the characters and location to life with warmth and humour. * BookTrust * Featured in WRD magazine. * WRD * All three stories are a pleasure to read, but a particular highlight is Easter and Eid, which sees Tola playing an important role in helping the community celebrate when unexpected circumstances occur. -- Emma Dunn & Sarah Mallon * The Scotsman *
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
91 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4063-8891-6 (9781406388916)
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Persons
Atinuke is a traditional oral storyteller, and the author of over 30 books for children. Most of Atinuke's books are set on the amazing African continent where she spent her childhood in the country of Nigeria. Atinuke is the author of the best selling fiction series Anna Hibiscus, as well theThe No.1 Car Spotter and Too Small Tola series. Atinuke also writes picture books - including the bestselling Baby Goes to Market illustrated by Angela Brooksbank. Her non-fiction book Africa, Amazing Africa is illustrated by Mouni Fedeg, and Brilliant Black British History is illustrated by Kingsley Nebechi. Atinuke currently lives in wonderful Wales, where one of her latest books is set - Beti and the Little Round House illustrated by Emily Hughes. Find her online at atinuke.co.uk.
Onyinye Iwu is a Nigerian designer, illustrator and educator living in London. Too Small Tola is her first book.
Onyinye Iwu is a Nigerian designer, illustrator and educator living in London. Too Small Tola is her first book.