Ashanti to Zulu facts for kids
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| Author | Margaret Musgrove |
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| Illustrator | Leo and Diane Dillon |
| Country | United States |
| Genre | Children's picture book |
| Publisher | Dial Books |
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Publication date
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1976 |
| ISBN | 0-8037-0357-0 |
| OCLC | 2726240 |
| 960 | |
| LC Class | GN645 .M87 |
Ashanti to Zulu: African Traditions is a special children's book published in 1976. It was written by Margaret Musgrove and illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon. This book was Margaret Musgrove's first. However, the Dillons were already very experienced artists. This book helped them win their second Caldecott Medal. The Caldecott Medal is a very important award for picture books in the United States.
About the Book
This book is like a journey through different parts of Africa. It shows twenty-six different groups of people who live there. Each group is featured with a beautiful drawing. Next to each drawing, there is a short story. This story tells you about a special custom or tradition of that group.
Exploring African Cultures
The book helps young readers learn about the rich and diverse cultures of Africa. It highlights unique ways of life, clothing, and traditions. The illustrations are very detailed and colorful. They help bring each culture to life for the reader.
People Featured in the Book
The book covers many different ethnic groups from A to Z. Here are some of the people you can learn about:
