Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0590420585
ISBN 13
9780590420587
Category
Unknown
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Publication Year
1988
Publisher
Pages
26
Description
With beautiful illustrations, Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters Big Book, a Caldecott Honor picture book, is perfect for introducing children to the Cinderella fairytale as well as the history, culture, and geography of the African nation of Zimbabwe. This oversize edition (14 3/4 by 17 5/8 inches) makes it easy to share the book in a library or classroom.Mufaro has two beautiful daughters. Nyasha is kind and considerate, but Manyara is selfish and spoiled. When the king decides to choose a bride from among "The Most Worthy and Beautiful Daughters in the Land," both Mufaro's girls travel to the capital city. But only one can be chosen to marry the king. Supports the Common Core State Standards - from Amzon
Number of Copies
1