Ile Publications

Kitoko’s Journey to Friendship: An Adventure in Cultures and Languages (Ages 4-7):

Join Kitoko on a vibrant journey filled with new friends, colorful pictures, and the magic of understanding! From her sunny home in Congo, she travels to London to see her dad, bravely bringing her special language, Lingala, with her.

Even when some don’t understand at first, Kitoko stays determined, her bright blue clothes a beacon of her unique spirit. But when she meets Lily, who learns to speak Lingala, her heart lights up! Suddenly, friendship blooms, and a joyful exchange of words:

＂Mbote!＂ Wave hello with Kitoko and learn what it means.＂Moninga!＂ Kitoko becomes ’friends’ with Lily.＂Lipa, Etabe, Liki!＂ Join the fun as Kitoko and Lily teach each other about food: Bread, Banana, Egg!

With captivating illustrations and heartwarming moments, ＂Kitoko’s Journey to Friendship＂ shows young readers that embracing their heritage connects them to others in extraordinary ways. It’s a short story about celebrating differences, finding common ground, and the joy of friendship that shines brighter than any language barrier.

Get ready to:

Learn basic Lingala words and phrases.Discover the power of friendship and acceptance.Be inspired by Kitoko’s courage and bright spirit.

Perfect for:

Parents and teachers looking for diverse children’s stories.Young readers ages 4-7 interested in different cultures and languages.Anyone who believes in the magic of friendship!

Start Kitoko’s adventure today and open hearts to a world of friendship!

Keywords:

Diverse children’s stories; Multicultural books for kids; Lingala language learning; Kids learning languages; Children’s book about friendship; Cultural diversity for kids; Teaching basic words in Lingala; Early language learning; Bilingual children’s books; African languages for kids; Books for young readers; Ages 4-7 learning books; Friendship books for kids; Educational adventures; Multicultural education; Learning through stories