![]() ![]() ![]() Atinuke adeptly weaves glimpses of social injustice into the fabric of the narrative. A transitional read for children entering the world of chapter books, it transcends stereotypes while helping all of us see an Africa that is unfamiliar to many. They will drool when Anna's uncle prepares a mouth-watering, going-away-to-Canada meal. Children will smell "the hot, spicy, friendly air," and hear and see "the birds that sing in the branches and the lizards that run along the roots." They will commiserate with Anna's miserable feeling when she can't find warm clothes for her upcoming visit to Canada. Atinuke, a master storyteller, provides a veritable feast for the senses. In this sparkling and engaging story, Anna lives in Africa. Gr 1–3-Anna Hibiscus and her adventures make a return appearance in this third book (Kane Miller, 2010) in the series. ![]()
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