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Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters Big Book - (Reading Rainbow Books) by John Steptoe (Paperback)

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters Big Book - (Reading Rainbow Books) by  John Steptoe (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>A Caldecott Honor and Reading Rainbow book, this memorable retelling of Cinderella is perfect for introducing children to the fairy tale as well as the history, culture, and geography of the African nation of Zimbabwe.</strong></p><p>This oversize edition (14 3/4 by 17 5/8 inches) makes it easy to share the book in a library or classroom.</p><p>Inspired by a traditional African folktale, this is the story of Mufaro, who is proud of his two beautiful daughters. Nyasha is kind and considerate, but everyone--except Mufaro--knows that Manyara is selfish and bad-tempered.</p><p>When the Great King decides to take a wife and invites the most worthy and beautiful daughters in the land to appear before him, Mufaro brings both of his daughters--but only one can be queen. Who will the king choose?</p><p>Award-winning artist John Steptoe's rich cultural imagery of Africa earned him the Coretta Scott King Award for <em>Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters</em>. The book also went on to win the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. This stunning story is a timeless treasure that readers will enjoy for generations.</p><ul><li><strong>Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration</strong></li><li><strong>Caledcott Honor</strong></li><li><strong>Reading Rainbow Book</strong></li><li><strong>Boston Globe-Horn Book</strong></li></ul><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>Mufaro has two beautiful daughters. Nyasha is kind and considerate, but Manyara is selfish and spoiled. When the king decides to choose a bride from among The Most Worthy and Beautiful Daughters in the Land, both Mufaro's girls travel to the capital city. But only one can be chosen to marry the king.Perfect for introducing variants to the Cinderella story as well as the history, culture, and geography of the African nation of Zimbabwe.</p>

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