Igal Shidad searches the drought-stricken land looking for a better home for his family, asking Allah for guidance. He eventually discovers that his prayers have been answered without even realizing it.

Bilingual English and Somali book describes the feeling of gratitude, ways individuals express it, and how it makes them feel.

Simple text in English and Somali accompanies illustrations introducing young readers to good manners, such as flushing the toilet, using the right eating utensils, and calling their grandmas and grandpas every once in a while.

Presents a Somali folktale in which the hungry animals of the forest have killed a camel and must decide how to divide it.

"This book contains sixty five (65) selected poems from over 40 different prominent best known Somali poets at different times from as far as [the] 18th century until today 2001. Over seventy five percent of these collected poems had not been published before. Most of them were preserved in audio tapes (more than 90 audio tapes)."--P. 8.

Ethiopia has been famous for its runners since Abebe Bikila won the 1960 Olympic marathon ... barefoot! In Ethiopia, running is more than a way to get from place to place; it's a joy shared by many. The vast countrysides and vibrant cities of Ethiopia provide the backdrop for our playful look at this favorite way to move.