The Lion's Whisker

Sister and Brother Take On a Challenge Together; A Circle Round Book
A classic African folktale that teaches the values of courage, patience, and teamwork is retold for today's kids by Rebecca Sheir. The stunning art of Kenyan illustrator Nikita Abuya, along with creative storytelling activities, make this an engaging picture book that also fosters storytelling skills and promotes enduring values.

Filled with vibrant folk art and thoughtful lessons, this picture book rooted in Ethiopian folktales reveals the power of patience, understanding, and sibling love.

Courage, collaboration, patience, and sibling love prevail in this folktale with its roots in the Ethiopian tradition.

The Lion's Whisker tells the story of Brother and Sister who are constantly arguing. When Grandmother sends them on a dangerous mission to pluck a lion's whisker for her magical potion, the siblings learn valuable lessons about the strength gained by working together, being brave, and showing patience and understanding for others.

This classic folktale is brought to life for today's kids by Rebecca Sheir-creator and host of the award-winning Circle Round storytelling podcast­-with the vibrant and modern folk art of Kenyan illustrator Nikita Abuya. Beloved for their lively storytelling and modern adaptations of values-based tales from around the world, Circle Round bring their wildly popular adaptation of Brother and Sister's story to colourful picture-book form.

Once kids and families have read The Lion's Whisker, resources in the back prompt further exploration of the tale, with conversation questions and creative storytelling prompts and activities.

Contributor: Nikita Abuya (Illustrated by)

Illustrator: Nikita Abuya

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