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Mama Elizabeti
By Stuve-Bodeen, Stephanie & Hale, Christy
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-1-58430-002-1
- Publisher
- New York : Lee & Low Books, 2000.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on July 1, 2000
PreS-Gr 2 Stuve-Bodeen builds on the poignant themes of Elizabeti's Doll (Lee & Low, 1998), while giving readers an expanded view of life in this African village. The child's day is filled with sweeping, washing, and picking rocks from the rice. She must also look after her young brother, as Mama has a new baby who needs care. Securing Obedi to her back with a kanga, Elizabeti confidently starts out on her way to the village well. However, Obedi is a squirmer, ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
