Jambo Means Hello by Muriel Feelings

Title: Jambo Means Hello

Author:    Muriel Feelings   

Illustrator:   Tom Feelings    

Publisher:   Dial Press  

Year: 1974

Awards/Accolades: Caldecott Honor

Summary:

An ABC book introduces us to words from the Swahili language. Prononciation key is included, and a description of the word is illustrated with black and white paintings.

Curriculum Connections:

Language: learning ABCs; words in other languages; how to use prononciation guides

Special Features:

Author intro explains her purpose in writing the books. Also notes that Swahili does not contain "Q" or "X".  Artist's note at the end describes the process of creating and reproducing the art.

This title is in the Knox County Public Library.