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Jamila’s Clever Plan is a beautifully illustrated children’s book by acclaimed Nigerian author Lola Shoneyin, with illustrations by KR Onimole. Geared toward children aged 3–8 years, this emotionally rich story explores resilience, empathy, and creative problem-solving through the eyes of a young girl faced with a heart-wrenching challenge.
✨ Jamila lives in Bebeji, Kano State with her beloved grandmother, Kaka, a skilled dressmaker.
✨ When Kaka suddenly loses her sight, their lives change drastically—forcing Jamila to stop attending school so she can care for her.
✨ With no income, the pair resort to begging in the marketplace until a sign from a nearby eye clinic sparks Jamila’s imagination.
✨ What follows is a heartwarming tale of one girl’s clever plan to restore her grandmother’s sight and bring hope back into their lives.
✅ Key Highlights
• A tender tale promoting compassion, family values, and child-led problem-solving
• Set in northern Nigeria, it introduces children to diverse cultures and traditions
• Beautifully illustrated to engage young readers emotionally and visually
• A powerful story that builds empathy, curiosity, and courage in children
• Perfect for classroom storytelling, bedtime reading, and values-based learning
⚡ Jamila’s Clever Plan is ideal for:
• Children aged 3–8 years learning empathy, kindness, and creativity
• Parents and teachers seeking inspirational African stories for young readers
• Early childhood literacy programs and multicultural book collections
• Gifts that leave a meaningful and lasting impact on young minds

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Product Details

Attribute	Value
Title	Jamila’s Clever Plan
Author	Lola Shoneyin
Illustrator	KR Onimole
ISBN	978-978-791-170-9
Year Published	2022
Pages	29
Format	Paperback
Weight	0.200 kg
Tags	Jamila’s Clever Plan, Lola Shoneyin, Nigerian Children’s Books, Family, Disability, Empathy

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- About the Author: Lola Shoneyin

Lola Shoneyin is an award-winning Nigerian author, poet, and advocate for African storytelling. Her literary works include several poetry collections and the critically acclaimed novel The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, which won the PEN Oakland Josephine Miles Literary Award and was longlisted for the Orange Prize for Fiction.
She is also the author of beloved children’s books such as Mayowa and the Masquerades and Iyaji the Housegirl. Shoneyin is the founder and director of the Ake Arts & Book Festival, a leading platform for African writers and creatives. She lives in Nigeria and continues to enrich African literature with compelling, diverse narratives.