In this picture book classic, a delightful surprise colourfully unfolds when a little girl called Handa puts seven delicious fruits in a basket to take to her friend.
A modern classic named one of the best culturally diverse picture books in the UK, this is the story of Handa, who's part of the Luo tribe in south-west Kenya. Handa decides to take seven pieces of delicious fruit to her friend, Akeyo, who lives in the neighbouring village. But as Handa wonders, I wonder what fruit Akeyo will like best?, a series of sneaky animals steal something from Handa's basket, which she's carrying on her head... When Handa reaches Akeyo, will she have anything left to offer her friend?
Richly-illustrated, brimming with luscious fruit and cheeky wild animals, this mouth-watering story is for the youngest of readers. In the best pantomime spirit, children will long to tell Handa what's happening right behind her!
Review
Rich, hot colours and fluid brush-strokes zap each scene into life... ― The Independent on Sunday
...so luscious it seems almost edible... ― The Observer
With beautifully drawn animals and rich colours immaculately displayed on every page, this book is a brilliant introduction for toddlers and children under five years. ― Handa's Surprise featured as one of Pride Magazine's 'best books' for children.
Featured/recommended ― Yellow Brick Road
“Young readers will enjoy the rich, brightly-coloured illustrations, as well as the gentle humour of a story about sharing and friendship.” ― Amnesty.org.uk
Written and Illustrated by Eileen Browne.
In this picture book classic, a delightful surprise colourfully unfolds when a little girl called Handa puts seven delicious fruits in a basket to take to her friend.
A modern classic named one of the best culturally diverse picture books in the UK, this is the story of Handa, who's part of the Luo tribe in south-west Kenya. Handa decides to take seven pieces of delicious fruit to her friend, Akeyo, who lives in the neighbouring village. But as Handa wonders, I wonder what fruit Akeyo will like best?, a series of sneaky animals steal something from Handa's basket, which she's carrying on her head... When Handa reaches Akeyo, will she have anything left to offer her friend?
Richly-illustrated, brimming with luscious fruit and cheeky wild animals, this mouth-watering story is for the youngest of readers. In the best pantomime spirit, children will long to tell Handa what's happening right behind her!
Review
Rich, hot colours and fluid brush-strokes zap each scene into life... ― The Independent on Sunday
...so luscious it seems almost edible... ― The Observer
With beautifully drawn animals and rich colours immaculately displayed on every page, this book is a brilliant introduction for toddlers and children under five years. ― Handa's Surprise featured as one of Pride Magazine's 'best books' for children.
Featured/recommended ― Yellow Brick Road
“Young readers will enjoy the rich, brightly-coloured illustrations, as well as the gentle humour of a story about sharing and friendship.” ― Amnesty.org.uk
Written and Illustrated by Eileen Browne.
ISBN-13: 9780744536348
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Author: Eileen Browne
Format:
Language: English
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.156 kg
Publication Date: 1995-07-24
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