Walking down Zanzibar Road, Mama Jumbo finds just the place to build a house. Soon all the animals pitch in to help the elephant find scraps and build her new house. Yet once she moves in, Mama Jumbo discovers some thing is missing—someone with whom to share her new home. The lonely pachyderm solves this problem when she discovers Little Chico, a little chicken that also needs a place to live. The five humorous stories about Mama Jumbo and Little Chico are accompanied by vibrant illustrations that will introduce young children to a warm and loving African community. mm

On a hot day in Africa, the neighborhood of Zanzibar Road is bustling! There’s always someone ready to share a funny story, lend a helping hand, or celebrate a big day. As soon as Mama Jumbo walks down this special street, she knows she’s found the perfect place to settle down. And with her kind heart and big imagination, she’s sure to fit right in with her neighbors. There’s Baba Jive, who likes to play his sax; Bro Vusi and his bookmobi≤ Louie-Louie, who sells sweets in his shop; mischievous Juju; friendly Kwela and Buti; and lovable Little Chico. You’ll get to meet all of these delightful characters in five short, funny, and sweet stories, just right for reading alone or sharing with a neighbor of your own.