The Missing Ball |
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| Author:
| Bester, Maryanne |
| Illustrator:
| Bester, Shayle |
| Series title: | Cool Nguni Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-77009-704-9 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2010 |
| Publisher: | Jacana Media
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $12.00 |
Book Description:
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Gaps, the endearing Nguni calf, and his cousin Sugarbean--named because of her speckled, sugar bean-like hide--want to play a game of soccer before sundown, but they must first find their missing ball, hidden somewhere in Africa's vast, majestic landscape. With a quirky African take on a situation all kids can relate to--losing a favorite toy--this visually engaging tale continues the series' trend of entertaining children while exposing them to a unique...
More DescriptionGaps, the endearing Nguni calf, and his cousin Sugarbean--named because of her speckled, sugar bean-like hide--want to play a game of soccer before sundown, but they must first find their missing ball, hidden somewhere in Africa's vast, majestic landscape. With a quirky African take on a situation all kids can relate to--losing a favorite toy--this visually engaging tale continues the series' trend of entertaining children while exposing them to a unique and exciting culture.