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Simi Visits Grandma: Folk Tales From Jalingo Kindle Edition

by Femi Osewa (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 15 ratings
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A folk tale from Africa.

Narrated by grandma, it takes a young girl to a fantasy animal kingdom called Jalingo.

The animal kingdom is threatened by starvation and faces a real danger of extinction. Ìjàpá- the tortoise journeys through a mysterious underwater world to salvage his last meal. He faced danger but recognized the opportunity to discover food reserves for the kingdom.
His success earns him an elevated position among the animals. Having the advantage of newfound food for the kingdom, he embarks on a dangerous conspiracy to upset the established order of the kingdom as he tries to reach the corridors of power.

Will he succeed? Or will the animals choose loyalty to the status quo despite facing death by starvation?

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  1. Reading age
    9 - 18 years
  2. Print length
    200 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    December 8, 2019
  5. Page Flip
    Enabled
  6. Word Wise
    Enabled
  7. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
  8. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
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Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B082J2PZQW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Heart of Words UK (December 8, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 10920 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 200 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 9785483436
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 15 ratings

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Femi Osewa

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Femi Osewa is a designer in the architecture and creative field. He grew up in Nigerian and now calls London home.

You can find him on Twitter and Instagram @femmyextra

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Although his career in architecture and creative design means he’s daily focused on modern life and the future, Femi’s inspiration for his range of children’s books is very much a tribute to his childhood experience.

As The Guardian newspaper noted in a profile feature of Femi: “Readers have often compared Osewa’s books to evergreen classics like the Drummer Boy, Footsteps in the Dark, The Boy Slave, and the likes. This comparison is apt because his works are among some of the few today that still bear that genuine authenticity and [are] void of sappy storytelling.”

While his own African heritage is an evident theme in most of his literary works, Femi’s books and the characters within make wonderful role models for children of all nationalities and creeds. Reader feedback has long confirmed Femi’s belief that core values such as love, friendship and determination make for valuable, lifelong lessons for young readers. Indeed, we also know via feedback from adults that it isn’t only children who actively enjoy and share in the positive, always enchanting fantasies, as brought to life in beautiful artwork throughout Femi’s books.

Explains Femi: “Many of the stories I grew up listening to cannot be found anywhere in print. If this trend is allowed to continue, sadly those stories would not be known to the coming generations.”

”Plus, perhaps one day I should at least try to save the reputation of the ‘villainous’ tortoise? Well…. I did only say ‘maybe’!”

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
15 global ratings
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5 Stars
Interesting and value for money
I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my 7 year old son and it took him about a week to finish the book. The book is in 2 parts and it felt like I paid for a book and was sent 2. I grew up listening to folk tales and I wanted my son to have that experience too. In my son's own words " Simi Visits Grandma is a very interesting book. I liked that the book was in 2 parts with 2 interesting stories. I was glad that ijapa was barnished from Jalingo because he deserved it. I learned that it's not good to be greedy. I learned some yoruba words likes ijapa and owiwi. I'm going to review it for my next school book report."
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Ebun
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and value for money
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2020
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I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my 7 year old son and it took him about a week to finish the book. The book is in 2 parts and it felt like I paid for a book and was sent 2. I grew up listening to folk tales and I wanted my son to have that experience too. In my son's own words " Simi Visits Grandma is a very interesting book. I liked that the book was in 2 parts with 2 interesting stories. I was glad that ijapa was barnished from Jalingo because he deserved it. I learned that it's not good to be greedy. I learned some yoruba words likes ijapa and owiwi. I'm going to review it for my next school book report."
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Ebun
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and value for money
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2020
I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my 7 year old son and it took him about a week to finish the book. The book is in 2 parts and it felt like I paid for a book and was sent 2. I grew up listening to folk tales and I wanted my son to have that experience too. In my son's own words " Simi Visits Grandma is a very interesting book. I liked that the book was in 2 parts with 2 interesting stories. I was glad that ijapa was barnished from Jalingo because he deserved it. I learned that it's not good to be greedy. I learned some yoruba words likes ijapa and owiwi. I'm going to review it for my next school book report."
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folkay
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging novel
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020
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I bought this book for my little niece and he is already telling me how much he is enjoying the story. Well-written and engaging for a kid. Will recommend it to everyone.
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folkay
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging novel
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020
I bought this book for my little niece and he is already telling me how much he is enjoying the story. Well-written and engaging for a kid. Will recommend it to everyone.
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Victoria A
5.0 out of 5 stars Not an Ordinary visit to Grandma’s House!
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2020
Simi Visits Grandma: Folk Tales from Jalingo is a great tale that takes you on a beautifully written adventure while teaching the reader lessons of character. I enjoyed the setting in Africa where we meet a sweet and loving family preparing for a trip to Grandma’s house. I loved how this book has dimension: there was a story within a story! Things get very interesting when Grandma starts to tell her granddaughter about Ìjàpá, the tortoise, and the animal kingdom. The animal kingdom is a land where the animals can talk and a Lion rules! There is a lot to learn in the animal kingdom for kids of all ages as the journey takes you through a trip of: arrogance, bravery, success, power, greed, mercy, leadership, and more. Follow the main character, Ìjàpá, through the animal kingdom. Will he be a victorious hero or a treacherous traitor? You’ll have to read to find out.
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Harrison
5.0 out of 5 stars The author’s descriptive abilities are top notch
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2022
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The author’s descriptive abilities are top notch! You could clearly imagine every scene, object and action. You are constantly placed in the story itself, as if you were a character. I’m so impressed with this simple story but highly artistically written piece. The suspense got me hooked and I finished it in one day.
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Georgina Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 23, 2021
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Love the large font; super sweet story.
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Jo A
4.0 out of 5 stars Captivating!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2020
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Captivatingly written and a real page turner.
Loved the index of word/names explained with pronounciations. Made me reconnect with my inner child and imagination and rekindled my love of reading physical books
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naomi
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2020
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This is a lovely little story that would be enjoyed by both children and adults. Would make a perfect gift for someone you love.
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Augustine Emenike
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story telling!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2020
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Very imaginative, descriptive and a real page turner for me. I had not read a book so quickly in a long while. Overall it was a great read for me.
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