Barefoot Books Mama Panya's Pancakes

Fantastic joyful book. It talks about how a generouse attitude can help you ending having more in life...friend , food, company... There is also an appendix with explanation of some words in african and ways of living of their culture. Vivid colours puts you in a good mood. It is one of my two years old favourite without a doubt. It can be for much older children as it is in a way a folk tail so could be for anyone...except teenagers.

This is a true to life African story, I lived in Zimbabwe as a child for 12 years , and Africans especially poor folk ALWAYS share what they have. The orphans in Uganda to whom I 'm sending this book will love it.

This is a fun and unique story with a great message. The kids loved the bright, beautiful pictures and the build up of the story. At first they were concerned as things built up but happy and relieved at the end. It gives the opportunity to talk about a wealth/abundance mindset vs a poverty/lack mindset. The language and cultural background at the end are great as well.

My 4 year old daughter loves this book. I lived and worked in Africa in the past, and would like my children to see how different life can be from ours, especially in rural areas of countries such as Kenya. I think the book helps children to understand that food is valuable and cannot be taken for granted without painting a cliche picture of hungry children in Africa that my mother used to tell me when i wouldn't eat my vegetables. This story is very cheerful and has a happy end, namely that everyone who had been invited brings some extra food along so that there is enough to eat for everyone at the pancake party.

BEAUTIFUL STORY & ILLUSTRATIONS! I remember being read this story out loud at my Youth Group every Easter, celebrating the favoured delight of pancakes. Showcasing how the kindness of inclusion can inspire generosity to strengthen experience, connection, and community. I can’t wait to share this story with my future nephew and other family members. Thank you.