Description: Atinuke's acclaimed tales featuring Anna Hibiscus, a young girl who lives in modern West Africa, foster a sense of wonder in young readers. Hooray for Anna Hibiscus! follows our delightful heroine through four new adventures, including starting school, singing for the president, visiting the other side of the city, and getting her hair out of quite a tangle.
Brief description:
Atinuke is a Nigerian storyteller who draws upon her recent ancestry from Yorùbáland, England, and Wales, and more ancient origins of Spain, Portugal, and China, to tell stories from both the world of folktales and contemporary life. She lives in Wales with her husband and two sons.
Review Quotes:
"A wonderful collection of colorful, warm, and lively stories to be read over and over."
-- "Primary Times"