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Cunnane, Kelly

Chirchir Is Singing

40 pp. | Random/Schwartz & Wade | August, 2011 | Trade ISBN 978-0-375-86198-7 $17.99 | Library ISBN 978-0-375-96198-4 $20.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Jude Daly. In rural Kenya, Chirchir tries to help with each family member's chore. But she only hinders them--dropping the water bucket, ruining the chai tea, and spilling potatoes. Finally, Chirchir helps by singing to calm her crying baby brother. Cunnane's poetic text effectively incorporates both Kalenjin tribal and Swahili words. Daly's delicate figures, in vibrant clothing set against earthy background tones, add appeal.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey

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