Storyhippo! – Children’s Books
Storyhippo! Children’s Books:
Our Storyhippo imprint is coming out with 11 new titles that kids are sure to enjoy. Our kids’ books come in three categories:
1. Read with your Child -For ages 0-5. Enjoy quality time with your youngest kids. It’s never too early to inculcate the love of reading in your child.
My Fingers are Stuck
Author: Doreen Baingana
A curious baby explores his mother’s marvellous mouth. This book helps children channel their immense curiosity into constructive learning. And it’s fun!
Boom Boom Bus
Author: Joan Kabugu
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Little Zambesi wants to drive the big blue school bus that goes BOOM-BOOM! She also wants to drive the VROOM VROOM lorry and the ZOOM ZOOM car. But first, she must use the magic word. This fun book teaches children to be polite.
Thithinda and the Wind Game
Author: Faith Gatimi
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Thithinda is a pretty little tree that wants to run like a hare and fly like a butterfly. But she can’t. Thithinda’s mother teaches her a lovely game that only trees can play. This beautiful story teaches self-acceptance.
Wimbo wa Matatu / The Matatu Song
Author: Muthoni Muchemi
A counting book in Swahili and English told in song that also teaches children respect for the law as the matatus learn valuable driving lessons.
The Best Hairstyle in the World
Author: Muthoni Muchemi
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Kendi does not like her hair styled in simple cornrows. Mato does not want a box-cut. Every person they see seems to have abetter hairstyle. They both want the best hairstyle in the world, but which one is it? Help Kendi and Mato choose. A fun book that displays the versatility of African hair.
I Want to be on TV
Author: Reeves Sinei Kibet
Suki sees people inside the TV and wants to get inside too. But there is no door or window! Find out how Suki gets on TV and is watched by her whole family.
Gamba the Gecko wants to Drum
Author: Doreen Baingana
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Gamba the gecko likes to watch Luka and Luci play their drums. Gamba wants to play drums to. Find out how Gamba works hard and has fun making his drumming dream come true!
2. Becoming a Reader for ages 5-8. This is the crucial age when kids imaginations are on fire, and they need stimulating fun books to keep them entertained. Moreover, the books help kids learn to read.
Go-Go the Goat Goes Ga-Ga in the Game Park
Author: Edwin Nyakundi Mokaya
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Go-Go gets lost in a game park full of wild animals. Some of them fancy goat for dinner! Find out how he crosses the park and gets home with help from a hare, two dik diks a rhino and a lion.
The Matatu from Watamu Drove into the Sea
Author: Muthoni Muchemi
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A rude rasta driver and his octopus tout drive their matatu into the Indian Ocean to make lots of money from fishy passengers. But instead, they meet all kinds of strange sea creatures who teach them a lesson or two. This is told in rhyme and song.
3. Chapter Books for more Confident Readers for ages 8 – 12. These are longer stories for children who can read independently. They are full of fun and adventure.
Doom Shook the Earth
Author: Muthoni Muchemi
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Onyango gets lost in a forest outside Nairobi that is the home of Chakaa-chakachaka, a hairy giant. His favourite food is children – grilled nyama choma! Onyango’s four friends set off on a thrilling adventure to save him.
The Incredible Adventures of Pisho Pencil
Author: Vaishnavi Ram Mohan
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A pencil with personality is lost by its owner. Freedom at last, thinks Pisho. But he is used, or rather misused, in many bizarre ways. Anyone who has ever used a pencil will enjoy Pisho’s adventures.
Peanut and the Burning tank
Author: Boniface Gachugu
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Peanut and the Burning Tank is a funny story about a boy nicknamed Peanut, who is mischievous and adventurous, growing up in rural Kenya. The book includes a vocabulary builder and thinking questions, which are excellent conversation builders for kids amongst themselves and with the adults who love them.
Kamau’s Finish
Author: Muthoni Muchemi
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Kamau’s Finish takes us through sports day at Kamau’s School. The story and the Feeling Words Boxes included help children identify and explore feelings and emotions, and all the challenges that can make or break character. The Words of Wonder also help children develop their language and communication skills. This is an excellent read for kids and for families.
In the Land of the Kitchen
Author: Oluoch Madiang’
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A funny story based on animated kitchen utensils which helps both kids and adults discuss and identify ways in which conflict begins, how conflict affects us and how to deal with it.
Wasee Wasee: 99 Mchongoanos for your Dissing Pleasure!
Publishers: Storymoja/Storyhippo
Compiled by: Joshua Ogutu Muraya, Juliet Maruru, Millie Dok
Art: Directed by Ciro Githunguri, Illustrated & designed by Lucas Wambaa
Mchongoanos are very much a part of our culture today as they were all those years ago during my primary school days. And it’s not only school going kids who enjoy this form of art but adults with a youthful heart (and a sense of humour) as well.
You can buy our books at Uchumi and Nakumatt Supermarkets, Textbook Centre -Kijabe Street and Sarit Centre, Bookstop -Yaya Centre,Wells bookshop – Nakumatt Lifestyle among other bookshops in and around Nairobi. You can also purchase them online by Mpesa, Zap or credit card through Mamamikes and Rachel’s Bargain Corner.
