Jade and her twin brother Jamal live on
the beautiful tropical island of Jamaica.
One morning the siblings draw pictures
of a dozen gorgeous Jamaican birds.
Read and enjoy this captivating story
of art and nature appreciation. Learn
about wonderful Jamaican birds, their
amazing colours, scientific names, the sounds
they make, and so much more. Also admire the
many wonderful and enchanting avian illustrations.
This storybook is perfect for early readers
who are curious about birds and nature.
• Read and learn about unique Jamaican birds
• Trace, draw, and colour the plumage of birds
• A fun way to learn common and scientific names
• Read together and encourage child participation
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By W. A. Campbell W. A. Campbell’s Marguerite is a love story set against the backdrop of the earthquake that devastated Kingston and surrounding areas of the island of Jamaica in 1907. This novella was one of the rare attempts to capture some of the delicate social and psychological tensions that existed in the island's colonial society at that time. An excerpt from Marguerite: A Story of the Earthquake: For several months George had been keeping his affection for Marguerite in check, and had been persuading himself that it was a case of “very good friends.” His sense of humour was too strong to admit of his entertaining thoughts of marriage on £100 per annum, and he knew that if he married against his father’s ideas of “equality,” his allowance of £60 was gone.
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By E. Snod Maroon Medicine by E. Snod (E. A. Dodd) is a collection of four short stories that portray the lighter side events in the Jamaican countryside. The four fictional stories: “Maroon Medicine,” “Paccy Rum,” “The Red Cock,” and “The Courting of the Dudes,” are sketches from rural Jamaican life in the early 1900s. They are humorous, as well as give valuable insights into people’s lives during that period.
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By Sarah Ellis Mimba by Sarah Ellis tells the story of a domestic slave in Jamaica, who is unable to live in freedom with her beloved fiancé, Martin. When Martin informs her of his intention to free both of them from slavery, she has a decision to make. The story was first published 1850 from facts sourced from Edward Long’s History of Jamaica.
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Mindaro is a young Yellow-billed Parrot
who is afraid to fly. He walks everywhere
and he also imagines all the bad things
that could happen if he flies.
Trod along with Mindaro through his tropical land
as family members and friends
are asked to help teach him how to fly.
Read and enjoy this heart-warming story,
admire the attractive illustrations, and learn
how a little courage can help to overcome fears. This storybook is perfect for early readers -
By Al Campbell and Illustrated by Nitya George “Mosquito one, mosquito two, Mosquito jump in the hot callaloo!” Have fun with this Jamaican nursery rhyme, while also playing around with numbers. Learn about these tiny insects and how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases like malaria, dengue, the Chikungunya and Zika viruses.
- Play ‘I-spy with my little eye’ on every page
- Enjoy counting the mosquitoes
- A fun way to learn how to count
- Read together and encourage child participation
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By Al Campbell and Illustrated by Elena Campbell One starry night Pam and her little brother Sam closed their eyes and imagined that they were floating in space. The children journeyed through the planets in our amazing solar system. Read, enjoy and learn about each planet’s closeness to the sun, how each spins, their different colours and sizes, as well as which ones are solid or made of gas. This storybook is perfect for early curious readers.
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By Al Campbell and Illustrated by Nawmy Kevin puts on a puppet show for his little sister Keisha. He calls it “Pappy Show” and it takes surprising twists and turns, including the visit of a donkey. As the children play, they also learn a very valuable secret of life. Join in the adventure as the boy tells a tall tale and his sister plays merrily along. • Let your imagination run wild on every page • Sing donkey songs and learn their names • Learn a dozen donkey facts • Learn a dozen donkey proverbs • Read together and encourage participation This storybook is packed with fun for everyone.
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Patoo! Who’s that? You don’t know Patoo?Children will be happy to read about Patoo,
a lovable Jamaican name for owl.
Join Pearlie as she listens to her brother Peter’s
legendary tale about an old sleepy owl called Patoo.
Read and enjoy this moving story
about living in harmony with each other, as well as
with our environment, admire the beautiful illustrations,
and learn why we like to think that owls are wise.This storybook is perfect for early readers. -
Rollie Rose loves food and one day she discovers the joy of eating delicious chicken patties. “Yummy, yummy!” says Rollie Rose. Join Rollie Rose and her family as together they find happiness in preparing and eating the special food they love. Children will delight in reading all about this tasty Jamaican treat. Read and enjoy this fun-filled Rollie Rose story, admire the wonderful illustrations, and learn how a family can share special moments. This storybook is perfect for early readers
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By Al Campbell and Illustrated by Anaelle Moorghen “Come; let’s play a game of dandy shandy! Let’s throw the juice box and find out who can dodge and leap out of its way!” Join Rollie Rose and friends at recess as they play a game of dandy shandy. Children will delight in reading about this exciting traditional Jamaican outdoor game. Read and enjoy this fun-filled Rollie Rose story, marvel at the lively illustrations, and learn how friends can share special moments. This storybook is perfect for early readers.
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By Al Campbell and Illustrated by Anaelle Moorghen Kinpuppalick! Say what? What’s that? Children will delight in reading about Kinpuppalick, the Jamaican word for somersaults. Say it, Kinpuppalick! Join Rollie Rose as she enjoys doing amazing somersaults. She loves to do body flips but only when she gets a new friend does she discover another word for her fun activity — Kinpuppalick! Read and enjoy this rollicking Rollie Rose story of true friendship and carefree fun that’s perfect for early readers.
