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For generations, African children have grown up reading European fairy tales that barely reflect their own cultural realities. Cinderella and Other Tales: An African Retelling offers a refreshing alternative—retelling globally recognized stories through the lens of African identity, values, and imagination.
✨ This beautifully crafted collection adapts classic European tales while incorporating African names, settings, and cultural references.
✨ By transforming familiar narratives like Cinderella to resonate with local contexts, author Gheysika A. Agambila bridges the cultural gap for young African readers.
✨ The stories aim to foster cultural pride, critical thinking, and moral clarity—making them not only entertaining but educational.
✨ Ideal for use in homes, schools, and libraries across the continent, this book supports efforts to decolonize childhood literature and build stronger self-identities.
✅ Key Highlights
• Reimagined fairy tales through an African cultural lens
• Engages children aged 6–12 with familiar stories made relevant
• Empowers African children by placing them at the center of the narrative
• Supports teachers and parents in providing culturally appropriate content
• Perfect for book clubs, school libraries, and storytelling sessions
⚡ Cinderella and Other Tales – An African Retelling is perfect for:
• Parents seeking culturally relevant stories for their children
• Educators promoting African literature in early reading curriculums
• Young readers who enjoy fairy tales with fresh, relatable twists
• African publishers, literacy groups, and reading advocacy programs

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Product Details

Attribute	Value
Title	Cinderella and Other Tales – An African Retelling
Author	Gheysika A. Agambila
ISBN	979-8879207224
Year Published	2024
Pages	86
Format	Paperback
Weight	0.3 kg
Tags	African Retellings, Children's Literature, Ghana, Fairy Tales, Gheysika Agambila

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- About the Author: Gheysika A. Agambila

Gheysika Adombire Agambila is a celebrated Ghanaian author, public servant, and educator. Educated in Ghana and the United States, he has served in multiple ministerial roles and taught at institutions including the University of Ghana and GIMPA. A champion of indigenous literature, Agambila’s works span novels, children’s books, and socio-political commentary.
His children’s titles—such as Solma: Tales from Northern Ghana, Nature Stories, and The Pied Piper: An African Retelling—demonstrate his commitment to cultural storytelling and educational empowerment. Through his books, he nurtures a new generation of African thinkers, readers, and dreamers.