On July 2nd and 3rd, 2025, Muna Kalati proudly participated in the Access to Agency: Empowering Women Through Digital Inclusion International Conference held at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra, Ghana. The conference, which convened thought leaders, academics, practitioners, and changemakers, focused on how digital connectivity can serve as a powerful tool for women's empowerment across Africa and beyond. Muna Kalati was one of the shortlisted organizations selected to exhibit at the conference following a compelling application. Representing the organization were Miss Christiana Eleh, our dedicated Partnerships & Resource Mobilization Officer, and Miss Erica Assan, our dynamic Sales & Marketing Officer. Together, they showcased how Muna Kalati’s digital platform is creating pathways for women and youths through the SDG4KIDS contest while improving a love for learning among African children, particularly through the Muna Kalati app . With over 20 academic research presentations at the conference, the atmosphere was rich with evidence-based dialogue on the impact of digital tools on gender equity. Muna Kalati’s exhibition and pitch presentation were well-received, resulting in two major recognitions: A Certificate of Participation, affirming our contribution to the global dialogue on digital inclusion, and the Best Pitch Award, accompanied by a $500 prize, celebrating the clarity, impact, and innovation behind our mission. We are deeply honored by these acknowledgments and remain committed to empowering African children and youth—especially girls—through inclusive, localized, and tech-enabled education. This milestone affirms our belief that when women and girls have access to digital tools, they access agency—and that organizations like Muna Kalati play a key role in bridging the gap between culture, technology, and empowerment. To learn more about our work or to partner with us, contact communication@munakalati.org

Muna Kalati on Wednesday, 14th May, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kenya-based Africa Feature Network (AFN) in a move aimed at advancing literacy through the media. In a press release dated 15th May 2025, the two organizations said that the partnership marks the beginning of literacy campaigns in Africa, especially among children, noting that it will be a game changer in Africa’s child literacy. Christian Elongue, the Executive Director of Muna Kalati, said that the partnership will give both parties wings to expand their mission in Africa. “Partnering with AFN gives us the wings to expand that mission into the realm of advocacy, media, and social transformation.” Elongue noted Elongue noted that Muna Kalati's mission has always been to awaken the power of stories in shaping young minds, and having AFN on board plays a critical role in ensuring that the message is made available to a greater number of Africans and the world through the global village. On the part of AFN, Peter Aowa, the President and Founder of AFN, said that the partnership marked the beginning of a milestone foundation in the education of children across Africa, something he says AFN is passionate about. “We see literacy not just as a basic skill, but as a cornerstone for reshaping African narratives. Through this collaboration, we are building a foundation to redefine the continent through education and collective storytelling,” the seasoned freelance journalist said. From bilingual digital storytelling to co-designed youth empowerment campaigns, the partnership outlines clear pathways for impact. Activities will include joint visibility campaigns, cross-platform content publication, and educational programming, all aimed at amplifying African values, voices, and victories. The Partnership & Resource Mobilization Officer at Muna Kalati, Christiana Eleh, said that as an organization, they are happy to enter into partnership with AFN, adding that it was the beginning of a transformative action for the African continent. “We are thrilled to walk this journey with a partner that truly understands the weight and worth of African stories and why it’s urgent to advocate for a more vibrant and productive continent. This partnership is the beginning of something transformative, not only for our institutions but for the continent as a whole,” she said. As both organizations begin rolling out joint programs, Norman Nyandega, Communications and Partnerships Manager at the Africa Feature Network, believes that the time to talk about Africa’s shortcomings is long gone and the need for solution-based partnerships such as this is what Africa longs for. Nyandega, in a statement to the media, said that he is confident that the partnership is going to result in bigger, impactful initiatives on the continent in areas of education, which he notes is the foundation of long-lasting development. The Africa Feature Network (AFN) is a Pan-African nonprofit media and advocacy network committed to transforming the continent through constructive journalism and advocacy. With a focus on tackling issues such as governance, economic empowerment, environmental conservation, and the protection of human rights, AFN aims to create lasting, meaningful change. The network is built on ten pillars; Governance and Accountability, Justice and Human Rights, Economic Transformation and Innovation, Climate and Environmental Sustainability, Women Empowerment and Social Equity, Public Health and Social Welfare, Digital and Technological Advancement, Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity, Sports and Culture and Youth Socio-Economic Empowerment. Through these pillars, AFN strives to inspire a sense of shared responsibility, working alongside communities to create a continent where every voice matters, every story counts, and every individual can contribute to Africa’s brighter future.

From July 23 to 25, 2024, Muna Kalati participated in a dynamic three-day bootcamp aimed at nurturing innovation-driven ventures. Organized by the MIT Legatum Centre for Development and Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Ghana Hubs Network (GHN) , and She Hub Ghana, the bootcamp brought together 25 carefully selected participants. Among them was Christian Elongue , the Executive Director of Muna Kalati , a visionary organization dedicated to revolutionizing children's book education in Africa. A Meeting of Minds: The MIT Bootcamp Experience. The bootcamp, themed " Market-Creating Innovations ," was a crucible for transforming visionary ideas into impactful businesses. The curriculum was anchored around the principles outlined in The Prosperity Paradox: How Innovation Can Lift Nations Out of Poverty , written by the late Harvard Business School professor Clayton M. Christensen. This experience provided an invaluable opportunity to refine the Muna Kalati App project, a mobile and web application set to become a comprehensive platform for African children's stories. The impact of the MIT Bootcamp on Muna Kalati was profound. The electrifying atmosphere, the shared passion for creating lasting change in Africa, and the blend of world-class theories with practical insights tailored to local contexts were all instrumental in propelling the MK App to the next level. On the first day of the bootcamp , participants explored Value Propositions with an insightful session on Design Thinking led by Dina Sherif, Executive Director of the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT. Other sessions included discussions on product-market fit and a fireside chat with Ehi Binitie. The rigorous training sessions were designed to foster innovative thinking, explore new market opportunities beyond technology, and cultivate leadership capabilities crucial for scaling ventures in competitive landscapes. For Muna Kalati, this meant diving deep into strategies that could help to launch the MK App successfully and scale across the continent. Addressing a Critical Gap in African Literature Muna Kalati's App project addresses a critical gap in the African literary landscape: the absence of a centralized platform bringing together children's works from all African publishers and content creators. This innovative application will offer a comprehensive catalog of educational content for young people in text, audio, and video formats. "Participating in the MIT Bootcamp gave us invaluable insights into how we can refine and expand our vision for Readopia," Elongue explained. "We've always known that our platform has the potential to transform access to African children's literature, but the bootcamp helped us see new possibilities and strategies for making this a reality." One of the key learnings from the bootcamp was the importance of user-centric design. Elongue and his team realized that to truly serve the diverse needs of African youth, the MK App needed to go beyond just offering content. "We're now exploring ways to make the platform more interactive and engaging," Elongue shared. "We're considering features like personalized reading recommendations based on a child's interests and reading level, virtual book clubs where children from different countries can discuss stories together, and even gamification elements to make reading more fun and rewarding." Innovation-Driven Enterprises: A Resonant Theme The MIT bootcamp's focus on innovation-driven enterprises (IDEs) resonated deeply with Muna Kalati's mission. Haitham Khoury , Director of Fellowships and Global Initiatives at the MIT Legatum Centre, emphasized the importance of "sharing cutting-edge theories on Innovation-Driven Enterprises in a local context" to unlock the potential of global changemakers. "We realized that to make a real impact, we need to think beyond just creating a digital library," Elongue reflected. "We're now exploring partnerships with educational institutions, leveraging artificial intelligence for personalized learning experiences, and even considering how blockchain technology could be used to ensure fair compensation for African authors and illustrators." The bootcamp's emphasis on market-creating strategies also opened new avenues for Muna Kalati to explore. "We've always seen this app as a tool for preserving and promoting African languages and cultures," Elongue said. "But now we're also seeing its potential as a platform for fostering cross-cultural understanding and even supporting language learning. Imagine a child in Nigeria learning Swahili through stories from Kenya, or a diaspora child reconnecting with their heritage through interactive folktales." Building a Global Network for African Children and Youth One of the most valuable aspects of the MIT bootcamp was the opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs and potential collaborators from across Africa. For Muna Kalati, this network could prove instrumental in expanding the MK App's reach and impact. "We've made connections with tech entrepreneurs who can help us optimize our platform, education experts who can guide our content curation, and even potential investors who believe in our vision," Elongue shared. "These relationships will be crucial as we work to make the MK App a pan-African success story." The bootcamp also reinforced the importance of collaboration in driving economic progress. Mrs. Kosi Yankey-Ayeh, CEO of the Ghana Enterprises Agency, emphasized the pivotal role of innovation in fostering economic growth and job creation. For Muna Kalati, this aligns perfectly with our mission to provide access to literature and support the entire ecosystem of children's book publishing in Africa. "We're now exploring ways to use the MK App as a launchpad for new African authors and illustrators," Elongue explained. "We're considering features like crowdfunding for new book projects, mentorship programs connecting established authors with newcomers, and even virtual workshops on storytelling and illustration techniques." The Road Ahead: From Bootcamp to Launch After the bootcamp, we’re faced with the exciting challenge of translating the learnings into actionable steps for Readopia's development and launch. "The bootcamp has given us a renewed sense of purpose and a clearer roadmap for success," Elongue said. "We're now focusing on refining our minimum viable product, conducting more in-depth market research across different African countries, and building a robust financial model to ensure the app's sustainability." One key takeaway from the bootcamp was the importance of adaptability in the face of changing market conditions. To this end, Muna Kalati is planning a phased rollout for the MK App, starting with a pilot in Ghana before expanding across the continent. "We're also looking at ways to make the app more resilient and accessible," Elongue shared. "The bootcamp emphasized the importance of offline functionality, especially in areas with limited internet connectivity. We're now exploring technologies that will allow users to download content for offline use, ensuring that children can enjoy African stories anytime, anywhere." As Muna Kalati progresses with the development of this app, the lessons and connections from the MIT bootcamp will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the platform's future. However, for Christian Elongue and his team, the ultimate goal remains unchanged: to foster a love for reading among African children, preserve and promote African languages and cultures, and support the growth of a vibrant children's book publishing industry across the continent. "Participating in the MIT bootcamp has reinforced our belief that Readopia can be a game-changer for African children's literature," Elongue concluded. " We're not just building an app; we're creating a platform that can nurture the next generation of African readers, writers, and thinkers . It's a big responsibility, but with the knowledge and network we've gained from this experience, we're more confident than ever in our ability to make this vision a reality." As Muna Kalati continues its journey from bootcamp to launch, the African children's literature landscape stands on the brink of a digital revolution. With Readopia, a new chapter is about to begin—one where every African child has access to stories that reflect their experiences, celebrate their cultures, and inspire their imaginations. The seeds planted at the MIT bootcamp in Accra are set to blossom into a forest of opportunities for young readers across the continent, promising a future where African stories take their rightful place on the global stage.

Muna Kalati has attained a significant milestone by participating in the prestigious Bootcamp program, organized by the Legatum Center ,  an elite global entrepreneurship initiative hosted by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  The Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT, in partnership with the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) , the Ghana Hubs Network (GHN) , The She Hub Ghana, and with the generous support of the Mastercard Foundation , successfully concluded   its intensive bootcamp for early-stage innovators in Ghana. The three-day program, held from July 23-25, 2024, equipped 25 promising Ghanaian ventures with the skills and tools necessary to propel their businesses forward.  The MIT Bootcamp blends rigorous academic theory with hands-on application. Participants work closely with MIT faculty, experienced mentors, and a global network of peers to refine their ventures. For Muna Kalati, this meant rethinking its development strategy for the Muna Kalati App , a culturally relevant digital platform providing African-centred educational content to children across the continent.  The Muna Kalati App   already offers a wide range of content, including eBooks, audiobooks, and animated stories grounded in African culture. With guidance from the bootcamp, Muna Kalati implemented a more user-centric development model, drawing feedback from educators, parents, and children to fine-tune the platform’s features. Enhancements include multilingual support and tailored content recommendations.  MK can now apply MIT’s proven Venture Creation Framework to real-world challenges. Selection into this highly competitive program affirmed our social impact potential and enabled a strategic transformation of our operations and digital platform. In addition to product development, Muna Kalati used insights from the bootcamp to refine its business model. This includes adopting a freemium approach that maintains free access for families while enabling revenue through institutional partnerships. The organization also initiated structures for content creator collaborations and revenue sharing, expanding opportunities for African authors, illustrators, and storytellers.  Founder & Executive Director, Christian Elongue noted the transformational impact of the program, stating, “The MIT Bootcamp changed our mindset. We moved from simply building an app to creating a scalable solution rooted in community needs and long-term value.” COO  Sonia Pitit  added, “We gained clarity and tools to expand our vision. Our approach is now more data-driven, strategic, and aligned with our mission.”  With improved platform architecture, strategic market expansion plans, and strengthened partnerships, Muna Kalati is now positioned to evolve from a digital product to a holistic educational ecosystem.

Children’s literature in Africa is going through an exciting transformation. Across the continent, more and more people are recognizing the powerful role that books play in the early years of a child’s life. This growing awareness is driving a new wave of creativity, innovation, and investment in stories that help children learn, imagine, and grow. One of the biggest changes we are seeing is the focus on foundational learning. Educators, parents, and communities are paying closer attention to how children begin their literacy journeys. They understand that strong reading skills built in the early years can lay the foundation for success in school and beyond. At the same time, technology is opening new doors. The rise of digital publishing has made it easier to create and share stories. Interactive storytelling apps, e-books, and digital libraries are helping children across the continent access books in ways that were not possible before. This is especially important in areas where access to physical books is limited. Urbanization is also playing a role. As cities grow and more families move into urban areas, literacy rates are rising. These changes are creating new opportunities to bring literature into homes, schools, and public spaces. Publishers and authors are stepping up to meet the demand with stories that reflect African cultures, languages, and experiences.  Literacy champions across Africa are proving that when children have access to content that speaks to their realities and dreams, learning becomes not just easier but joyful. The stories being written today are not only changing how children read but also how they see the world and their place in it. Together, these efforts are reshaping the future of children’s literature in Africa. From classrooms powered by tablets to villages where children gather around mobile libraries, the continent is full of new and inspiring ways to get culturally relevant content into young minds.

When children grow up in multilingual or international environments, learning to read in a second language becomes an important part of their education. But reading in another language isn’t easy. In fact, researchers say it’s one of the hardest skills to master, especially when aiming for strong, confident reading abilities. One researcher, Grabe (2002), points out that reading in a second language takes a lot of work. It is not just about knowing the words. It’s also about knowing  why  we read and how to read with a clear purpose.  In his study, Grabe explains that people read for different reasons. He describes four main purposes for reading. Each of these purposes comes with its own strategies to help the reader understand the text better. For example, someone reading for fun might approach a story differently than someone reading to learn new information. Understanding the purpose behind reading helps children use the right tools to get what they need from a book. It also shows us that reading is more than just recognizing words. It involves thinking carefully, using the right strategies, and connecting what we read to the world around us.  Grabe also highlights that reading doesn’t happen in isolation. Social experiences like reading with friends, listening to a teacher read aloud, or talking about books at home play an important role. All of this together helps children become fluent readers. As we work to promote children’s literature across Africa and beyond, it is important to remember that teaching children how to read is just as important as giving them something to read. When children understand why they are reading and have the tools to help them along the way, reading becomes a meaningful and joyful part of their lives.

In a world overflowing with information, our culture risks fading into the background. With global influences shaping young minds daily, we face the real challenge of raising a generation that may become disconnected from their roots. But culture is not just tradition — it is identity. It’s the invisible thread that binds generations, fuels pride, and gives us a sense of belonging. Culture defines us. It’s the force that drives us to achieve the impossible, with love and unity as our foundation. And when we speak of culture, African heritage stands tall as one of the most beautiful, diverse, and resilient. Our rich storytelling traditions, vibrant music and dance, flavorful food, and dynamic languages reflect a legacy of creativity, strength, and courage to explore the unknown. These are treasures worth holding onto and passing on. Yet, in today’s digital world, how do we ensure our children are not only entertained but also deeply connected to their heritage? That’s where the Muna Kalati App comes in. More than just a digital library, Muna Kalati is a cultural bridge — a vibrant platform filled with hundreds of African-inspired animated stories, eBooks, and audiobooks created to celebrate and preserve our heritage. Whether it's a bedtime story in Swahili, a tale from Ghanaian folklore, or a lesson on bravery through an African heroine, Muna Kalati ensures our children grow up confident in their identity and proud of their roots. The future of African culture depends on what we pass down today. Join the movement with Muna Kalati. Let’s raise a generation proud of who they are.

Late yesterday afternoon, some of our team members and I visited a few schools to connect with educators and parents about the Muna Kalati app — our Afrocentric digital library built for African children. These sessions are always enlightening, but something unexpected caught my attention at one of the schools. On their notice board, there it was: “Education’s purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one.” — Malcolm Forbes I stood there for a moment and smiled. That one quote captured everything I believe education should be. What does it mean to have an open mind? Too often, education is seen as a process of simply filling a child’s mind with facts and figures. But true learning — transformational learning — opens the mind. It encourages children to ask questions, consider different perspectives, and stay curious. It invites them to challenge assumptions and embrace new ideas. For instance, what if we questioned the long-held assumption that English is the only “gateway” language to success? What if we dared to imagine a world where African languages are just as valued, celebrated, and even dominant in global spaces? And what if we embraced the powerful possibility that Africans can educate their children using content created by Africans — for Africans? This is exactly why Muna Kalati exists. We’re building more than an app. We’re building a space where African children can see themselves in the stories they read. Our diverse cultures, languages, and values are proudly represented. Local storytellers and educators can share their voices with millions of young readers. Whether it’s a tale from Ghana, a folktale from Cameroon, or a language lesson in Swahili — every piece of content on Muna Kalati is carefully crafted to affirm identity, spark imagination, and strengthen cultural connection. Maybe it’s time we take a second look. The world is changing, and our approach to education must evolve with it. Let’s reconsider what we teach our children, how we teach them, and whose stories we use to shape their minds. And if what I’ve shared here resonates with you — even a little — I invite you to take the first step with us: 👉🏾 Download the Muna Kalati App 👉🏾 Sign up and explore 👉🏾 Let your child experience the joy of learning in a way that feels like home We’re open to your feedback, your ideas, and your collaboration. Let’s build a future where African children grow up proud of who they are — and where they come from. Together, we can redefine what education means for the next generation. 🌍📖

Date: December 2024 In an effort to enhance literacy education, early and upper-grade educators, including headteachers from four basic schools in Saltpond, participated in a transformative two-day workshop on organized by Reading Beyond Borders in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service. The workshop opened with inspiring remarks from the Chairperson, Prof. Dora Edu-Boandoh, a former Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast who shared the vital role of developing one’s mother tongue as a foundation before acquiring additional languages. She eloquently stated that losing one's mother tongue equates to losing one’s identity. She therefore highlighted the importance of nurturing linguistic roots for building a diverse identity. Prof. Edu-Boandoh also stressed the significance of bilingual storybooks, encouraging the idea that such resources greatly enhance learners' ability to relate to and comprehend what they read. The primary aim of the workshop was to equip educators with effective strategies to improve reading skills and instil a love for reading among students. Participants engaged in a series of hands-on activities focused on creating Teaching and Learning Materials that implement a bilingual storybook approach. This method is designed to enhance vocabulary knowledge, morphological awareness, and oral reading fluency among learners, ensuring a more engaging learning experience. At the end of the sessions, educators received a wealth of resources, including books, pencils, toys, and localised vocabulary pockets for keeping vocabulary, among other essential materials. These resources are instrumental in helping educators design effective tools that support teaching and learning to improve reading skills among their students. The workshop also provided a platform for educators to voice the challenges they encounter while attempting to innovate their teaching practices. Their feedback served as valuable insights into the ongoing need for professional development and support in the field of education. Reflecting on the success of the workshop, the participating educators and representatives from the Ghana Education Service expressed a strong desire for more training opportunities of this nature. The positive response reveals the commitment of educators to improve literacy outcomes for their students and highlights the importance of continued professional development. As we look to the future, initiatives like the Reading Beyond Borders workshop play a crucial role in empowering educators, forging stronger connections between languages and identities, and promoting a generation of skilled and confident readers, remarked one of the participants.

Monday’s Ball,  by author and illustrator Segun O. Mosuro, tells the story of a boy who loved to play football but was always left out by his peers because he wasn’t considered good enough. His quest to buy a ball to practice the sport sends him on a thrilling adventure he would never forget. A diverse work,  Monday’s Ball  exposes children to cultures underrepresented in classic children’s books. Monday’s Ball is set in Nigeria and features African characters and fish found in the Lagos Lagoon and Gulf of Guinea. Encouraging conversations about culture and the exploration of new ones,  Monday’s Ball  is a valuable cultural tool that exposes children to diversity and traditions that may be unfamiliar in their day-to-day lives.  I wanted to paint a picture of life on Lagos Lagoon and the people that live there. Hopefully, children around the world will be able to relate to Monday and his friends,” said Segun O. Mosuro.

La bande dessinée An unexpected  adventure   est un album photo, fruit de la collaboration de l’écrivaine Carine Jooste, Emma Bosman l’illustratrice et Nadène Kriel la designer. D’un titre évocateur, cette compilation anglaise d’images de prime à bord lève le voile sur les dessous d’une aventure inattendue. Alors, de quoi est-il réellement question ? - L’analyse du paratexte  La visualisation de la première de couverture de cette bande dessinée laisse transparaître un voyage imaginaire dans lequel le lecteur sera englouti dès l’ouverture du livre. En effet, on peut y observer une multitude de couleur qui crée un univers féérique associant du vert, de l’orange et du jaune, de la verdure, de tous petits poissons et une étoile de mer qui semblent en mouvement de part et d’autre du cadre. En plein centre de la feuille, l’on remarque une bulle blanche contenant le titre du livre, les noms des auteurs, ainsi qu’un casque d’astronaute. Sur la partie gauche de cette bulle non loin du titre, quelque millimètre au-dessus, l’on aperçoit un oiseau ayant pris son envol, placé face à une planète entourée de deux étoiles. Aussi pouvons-nous voir un dessin qui se rapproche d’un livre ouvert à partir duquel tout cet univers imaginaire paraît s’évader. Et au dos du livre, il est possible d’identifier un oiseau orange en plein vol. De prime à bord, le sens qui émane des éléments du paratexte est le suivant : l’album photo propose une aventure excitante rien qu’en feuilletant un livre. Cependant, le supposé sens avancé est-il celui traduit par les auteurs de cet album photo ? - Que dire du contenu de la BD ? Il convient de mentionner que ce livre regorge de douze (12) photos dépourvues de commentaires. Ces photos relatent les différentes aventures d’un jeune garçon qui passait un après-midi ennuyeux, jusqu’à ce qu’il se rende dans une bibliothèque accompagné de sa mère pour se procurer un livre afin de s’occuper. Après avoir parcouru les rayons que contient cette bibliothèque, ce garçon semble avoir trouvé le livre qui l’arrachera enfin de l’ennui, d’où l’émerveillement sur son visage comme nous le voyons sur l’image ci-dessous. Son aventure livresque débute par une rencontre brève mais  magique avec un dinosaure, s’enchaîne avec une plongée qui lui permet de nager avec et au milieu des poissons et des étoiles de mer. Très vite, il se retrouve dans l’espace muni d’un casque d’astronaute. Toujours euphorique, il esquisse un grand sourire étant donné qu’il flotte au côté des astres. Aussitôt, son aventure spatiale s’abrège lorsqu’il atterrit sur le dos d’un aigle. Très tôt, le jeune garçon s’endort sur celui-ci quand tout à coup entouré de livres, il se fait réveillé par sa mère. L’album photo s’achève sur une image où le jeune garçon partage son voyage dans l’imaginaire avec sa mère. Après avoir été plongé dans cette aventure courte mais intense, quel intérêt a-t-on de nous procurer ce livre photo ? - Pourquoi recommander cet album photo ? La particularité de ce livre est qu’il est dépourvu de texte comme il a déjà été noté plus haut. Cette particularité permet à tout lecteur de réécrire lui-même l’histoire en interprétant les images. Cette volonté des auteurs peut s’avérer très importante pour les jeunes lecteurs dans la mesure où, ceci peut être un moyen afin qu’ils laissent libre cours à leur imagination. Ce qui leur permet de développer des compétences spécifiques à l’instar de la capacité d’interpréter, de se faire une opinion sur un sujet. Aussi faut-il remarquer que ce livre est digne d’intérêt parce qu’il est un moyen de s’occuper, de lutter contre l’ennui tout en permettant de s’évader, de vivre de nouvelles aventures rien qu’en feuilletant l’album photo. Somme toute, il convient de retenir que ce livre est un voyage dans l’imaginaire qui absorbe le lecteur dans les différentes aventures du jeune garçon sans toutefois bouger d’un pouce.                                                                                                                   NSELEL Guilaine

Every revolutionary magazine needs a striking cover, and in January 1920, appeared The Brownies Book , one of the first Black African children's literatures, “A Monthly Magazine For the Children of the Sun. Designed for All Children, But Especially For Ours.” When  The Brownies’ Book  first hit presses in 1920, stories for or about Black children were largely missing from the landscape of  children’s literature . As the creators of  The Brownies’ Book , including the scholar and visionary  W.E.B. Du Bois , put it: “ The Brownies’ Book  ran from just January 1920 to December 1921 before encountering financial difficulties and ceasing to publish, but it helped foster a much longer lasting sense of pride and self-identity in its young readers and played a key part in sparking the development of African-American children’s literature. The magazine was in many ways ahead of its time—and even our own, in which stories for Black children and by Black authors and illustrators continue to be underrepresented in children’s literature. But it was nonetheless an important and impactful effort. Du Bois claimed in his autobiography that  The Brownies’ Book  was one of the most satisfying efforts of his life .