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It was a cold and rainy morning. Mama was dressed in her warm coat and scarf. “Thoko,” said Mama, “I’m going into Cape Town for a job interview. I’ll be back in time for supper.”

Gogo and Thoko watched through the window as Mama ...

It was Tuesday and there was no school. All the children were meeting at the library for a special day. It was International Literacy Day and people all over the world were going to read and write and listen to stories on the same day.

Neo ...

It all started when Momma Moeng made a jar of jam for Gogo Moeng’s birthday. Then Baby Beka found his best blue balloon. He wanted to give it to Gogo for her birthday.

Momma tied Baby Beka to her back with a soft blanket. Then she put the ...

“Can Jake come and play?” Thoko asked Mama. “He’s my best friend,” she said.

“Sure,” said Mama. “If Gogo doesn’t mind looking after you while I’m at work, then that’s fine.”

“I don’t mind at all,” said ...

“Yay, it’s holiday!” sang Hope. Her mother laughed and stopped the car on Mme wa Afrika’s farm.

“We’re here!” shouted Josh as he saw Afrika and his mother.

“Now that you are here, what are you planning to do?” asked ...

Gus was a big gorilla. He lived in the zoo with another gorilla called Gabby. Gus and Gabby had a little house to sleep in and a lovely garden to play in.

The zookeeper was good to Gus and Gabby. He gave them plenty of food to eat − cabbage ...

"Ow! Ow! Ow!” said Koketso.

Granny was busy at the stove and didn’t even turn around. “What is it, Koketso?” she asked.

“OWW! OWW! OWW!” shouted Koketso. “My feet hurt. My shoes are too small.”

Granny turned and ...