Multilingual story supplements

In this edition, we explore what Nal’ibali means when we say “reading for enjoyment” – you’ll be surprised at its power! We also introduce you to the new platform we’re on – WeChat! We also have some beautiful Mother’s Day card ideas, PLUS three new stories: ‘The great big fish’ by Ann Walton and Trish de Villiers, ‘Granny’s place’ by Nonhlahla Dlamini and Pinkie Wilson, ‘A salad with eight colours’ by Helen Brain, illustrated by Rico.

Afrikaans/English: PDF

isiXhosa/English: PDF

isiZulu/English: PDF

Sepedi/English: PDF

Sesotho/English: PDF

This is our read-aloud edition of the supplement, in preparation for World Read Aloud Day (WRAD)! We feature read-aloud tips, ten ways to read aloud with children AND our official WRAD story! Check out ‘Neo and the big wide world’ by Vianne Venter and illustrated by Rico, ‘Lulu’ by Niki Daly (Jacana Media) and ‘The farmer and his family’ by Shasha Seakamela, illustrated by Johann Strauss.

Afrikaans/English: PDF

isiXhosa/English: PDF

isiZulu/English: PDF

Sepedi/Ebglish: PDF

Sesotho/English: PDF

In this edition, we explore how stories can be used to connect with the people around you. Those special stories, shared with important people, create memories that last a lifetime. We also have 20 fun holiday reading ideas, PLUS three new stories: ‘Lion meets his match’ by Joanne Bloch, illustrated by Alzette Prins, ‘Hair day’ by Dawn Garisch and illustrated by Trish de Villiers (Songololo) and ‘Hope’s holiday’ by Wendy Hartmann and illustrated by Rico.

Afrikaans/English: PDF

isiXhosa/English: PDF

isiZulu/English: PDF

Sepedi/Ebglish: PDF

Sesotho/English: PDF

In this edition, we explore the many different ways in which stories are told, translated and shared. We also hear from Nal'ibali Literacy Mentors across the country on how they've inspired parents and children with books and reading this holiday season. In addition to some quick advice on how to choose the right books to read and share, we have THREE new stories for you: 'Tselane and the giant' by Joanne Bloch and Jiggs-Snaddon Wood, 'Too short' by Nanziwe Mzuzu and Natalie Hinrichsen (Cambridge University Press), and 'Koketso's party shoes' by Particia de Villiers and Vian Oloefson.

Afrikaans/English: PDF

isiXhosa/English: PDF

isiZulu/English: PDF

Sepedi/English: PDF

Sesotho/English: PDF

In this edition, we explore different ways you can expose your children to reading at different times of the day! We interviewed the famous 'Pavement Bookworm' Philani Dladla who spoke about how stories have empowered him PLUS we feature three new stories: 'Nina and the funky experiment' by Elizbe van der Colff and illustrated by Chris Venter (Tafelberg), 'Dancing star' by Shumi Chimombe and illustrated by Nikki Jones (Cambridge University Press) as well as 'Sunshine' by Ann Walton, illustrated by Johann Strauss.

Afrikaans, English (PDF) 
isiXhosa, English (PDF) 
isiZulu, English (PDF) 
Sepedi, English (PDF) 
Sesotho, English (PDF) 

In this edition, we explore the importance of encouragement because what we believe our children can do and achieve, influences what they see as possible for themselves! We also celebrate PRAESA's win of The Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (ALMA) - the biggest children's literature award in the world! PLUS we have three new stories for you: 'Long trousers' by Maryanne
and Shayle Bester (Jacana), 'Journey' which is collection of stories written by children (Parliamentary Millennium Programme) AND 'Thoko’s special soup' written and illustrated Niki Daly.

Afrikaans, English (PDF) 
isiXhosa, English (PDF) 
isiZulu, English (PDF) 
Sesotho, English (PDF) 
Sepedi, English (PDF) 

In this edition, we explore how parents can inadvertently discourage kids from reading, and how YOU can avoid that. We also talk about upcoming celebrations such as Africa Day, and provide some fun and easy Get Story Active tips. PLUS we feature THREE new stories: 'A surprise at the park' by Wendy Hartmann and illustrated by Magriet Brink (Persona Doll Training), 'A tiny seed' by Nicola Rijsdijk and illustrated by Maya Marshak (Book Dash), AND 'Thoko’s best friend' written and illustrated by Niki Daly.

Afrikaans, English (PDF) 
isiXhosa, English (PDF) 
isiZulu, English (PDF) 
Sepedi, English (PDF) 
Sesotho, English (PDF) 

In this edition, we explore how stories impact your child’s brain. Our news corner highlights the in-flight magazine that Nal’ibali and South African Airways have created to promote the power of stories! We also feature 3 new stories: ‘Sizwe’s smile’ by Vianne Venter and illustrated by Genevieve Terblanche (Bookdash), ‘Thunder and lightning’ by Daphne Paizee and Kathleen Arnott, illustrated by Colette Kemp (Cambridge University Press), PLUS ‘The king of the birds’ by Joanne Bloch, illustrated by Tamsin Hinrichsen. You can end off the fun with all our Story Power literacy activities!

Afrikaans, English (PDF) 
isiXhosa, English (PDF) 
isiZulu, English (PDF) 
Sepedi, English (PDF) 
Sesotho, English (PDF)