Book details
One Child One Seed
Description
Here is a counting book to widen the horizons, packed with information about the life and culture of South Africa, and accompanied by stunning, full-colour images from Oxfam's photographers. Each spread features a main photograph that follows Nothando, as she grows and harvests a pumpkin seed and contains simple counting from 1 to 10. Surrounding this are secondary images and text, containing an abundance of information about the growing of plants and crops, shopping, travelling, food preparation, family meals and much more.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Cultural Awareness: 'One Child, One Seed' provides readers with a glimpse into the daily life and cultural practices of a South African family, offering valuable insights into a culture that may be different from their own.
- Educational Value: The book introduces children to counting and the concept of growth cycles through the story of a young girl planting a seed, making it a useful tool for teaching basic math and science concepts.
- Vibrant Illustrations: The book is filled with colorful and engaging illustrations that capture the essence of rural South African landscapes and communities, making it visually appealing to young readers.
- Social Themes: Kathryn Cave addresses themes of responsibility, sustainability, and the importance of agriculture in a way that is accessible to children, encouraging them to think about where their food comes from and how it is grown.