Le Buntu VillageRead, discuss, pass on
In Kano, Ayodele discovers that listening also nourishes the mind.
“A talking mouth does not eat.”
A respectful immersion into the memory of Emir of Kano's Palace, adapted for children to understand the importance of roots.
Poetic descriptions and captivating illustrations to travel from home or the classroom.
Deep conversations with the figures of the village, passing on universal values.
At six, Ayodele overflows with life, laughter and questions. He enjoys talking so much that his words sometimes leave little room for anyone else. During a holiday in Kano, he visits the Emir’s Palace and hears a proverb passed down for generations: “A talking mouth does not eat.” The puzzling phrase invites him to slow down. To receive a story, advice or even a meal, we sometimes need to be quiet and pay attention. Ayodele learns that listening, moderation and patience open a new way of understanding the world.
Packs bring several stories together to explore a value over time.
Build the foundations of listening, waiting and self-control in young children.
Create a foundation of simple rules for living well at home, at school and in a group.
“A story can become a root.”
