Book Catch That Goat!
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Chase after a mischievous goat! Ayoka has been left in charge of the family goat — but within minutes the goat has vanished. This Nigerian market tale uses humor to impart a message about responsibility, and includes educational endnotes about Yoruba dress and language, Nigeria facts, and market life.
Features
- Product Dimensions: 290 x 198 mm
- Page Count: 40 pages
- Age Range: Ages 3-7 years
- Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2002
Author’s Story
Written and illustrated by - Polly Alakija
Polly Alakija lives in Ibadan, Nigeria, with her husband, four children, three dogs, three goats, a giant tortoise and thirteen horses. She completed an art foundation course at Oxford Polytechnic before training as a Montessori teacher. She then taught art to primary school children and art workshops in London, England before moving to Nigeria in 1990. She now combines her family life with freelance work as a painter, illustrator, and interior designer.
About Us
Villages Port Colborne is located along the shore of the Niagara Peninsula. Where the Welland Canal and Lake Erie meet, in the heart of Port Colborne, we have been fair trade since 1984. We carry unique, handcrafted goods that are ethically made from artisans around the world. If you’re in the Southern Ontario area, we welcome you to visit us in-person!