The Book Nook By Play Academy

We’re so excited to be back with another amazing story voiced by children’s book author, and co- founder of Kunda Kids. Kunda Kids brings African stories to life! Award-winning books, music & media that make early learning joyful, empowering & proudly cultural. We're so grateful to Kunda Kids for so graciously sharing this story with us. ✨Credits✨ Story courtesy of: Kunda Kids Voiced...

Thabo’s make-believe world has no room for his little sister, Keitu. But she has other ideas! If you could be  something else  for a day like the boy in the story, what would you choose? Let us know in the comments! ✨Credits✨ This book was created at a Book Dash event in Cape Town on 28 June 2014. It is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Licence (CC BY 4.0). Written by: Lauren Beu...

Rekai only loves to eat pancakes, so Mom finds a way to make them even better! ✨Credits✨ Written by: Mikhaila Crowther Voiced By:  Fiona Nyongo Episode Production:  ⁠⁠⁠Verge Digital ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey Created at a Book Dash event in Cape Town on 5 March 2016. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Licence (CC BY 4.0). Read the story here. Love the story? Read this ebook...

Kabi and Sasha are playing outside. Kabi and Sasha are playing outside. Sasha lies down and sees a red spot among the stars. This is the start of an interesting story about Mars. The Martians is a STEM children’s book by Little Einsteins under the series STEM Adventures of Kabi and Sasha. Through the adventures of Kabi and Sasha children will learn fun facts in STEM in a book by us, for us. Little...

Brave Little Lion is ready for his first hunting lesson. Follow his adventure.  This is one of many stories by Kunda Kids who thoughtfully design resources for parents, educators, and children. They blend world-class storytelling with playful, research-backed learning tools. By celebrating the beauty of diversity and inspiring curiosity, they’re empowering a new generation of confident, culturally...

Do you know Mr Sloth? He’s quite good at climbing. He knows how to swing. But sleeping’s his favourite, favourite thing! ✨Credits✨ Written by: Corinne Lamoral Rosmarin Voiced By: Laka Waithaka Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC 4.0 Love the story? Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org   Listen to LALA (Love and Lullabies Africa) on Spotify or Apple Music...

It is one week until Thato’s Birthday. His mama tells him he will have a big surprise. What will it be? ✨Credits✨ Written by: Corinne Lamoral Rosmarin Voiced By:  ⁠Laka Waithaka⁠ Episode Production:  ⁠Verge Digital ⁠⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC 4.0 ⁠Listen to Love And Lullabies Africa, LALA⁠ The music features the undeniably brilliant talents of Laka Waithaka and Manasseh Shalom. The blend o...

Hats off! Dudu and Dumisani have made up a new game. Ssh! Don’t tell Teacher. ✨Credits✨ Written by: Sarah McGregor Voiced By: Rotimi Olawale  Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC 4.0 Love the story? Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org   Submit A Story We'd love to hear your little one's story or feedback. Feel free to leave us a voice note on our...

About The Story Shaka, was the strong and brave leader of the Zulu Empire. He’s a great king, but when it comes to dancing he still has lots to learn, and the Zulu disco is days away. Shaka Zulu, Learns to Dance is a rhyming story introducing you to a groovy and influential leader. This a fictional story based on a real-life King, Shaka Zulu, one of the most influential monarchs of the Zulu Kingdo...

Tone the raindrop is wondering what's way down there on the ground. She and her friend Nyunyu go on a journey to find out. ✨Credits✨ Written and voiced by: Edna Gicovi Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC 4.0 Love the story? Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org and the best part, if you’re in Kenya, you can get a physical copy from Storytime KE at jus...

Little Goat wanders off to look for the sweet grass and doesn’t realise how far she is from Mother Goat. ✨Credits✨ Written by: Mirna Lawrence Voiced By: James Bukusi, Zain Nasser and Wangui Maina  Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC 4.0 Love the story? Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org   Submit A Story We'd love to hear your little one's story...

Kabi and Sasha are playing outside. It suddenly starts raining. The Children become curious about rain. It is the start of an interesting story. A Rainy Sunset Is a STEM children’s book by Little Einsteins under the series STEM Adventures of Kabi and Sasha. Through the adventures of Kabi and Sasha children will learn fun facts in STEM in a book by us, for us. Little Einsteins East Africa seeks to...

Tortoise sets off in search of his house. Along the way, he meets new friends to help him. But the sky is darkening, and lightning flashes in the distance. Will Tortoise find his house in time? ✨Credits✨ Written by: Maya Fowler Voiced By: Michelle ‘Shikie’ Wanjiku aka @misstiramisu   Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Read this ebook and many others on boo...

This is a story about a little ant with a big plan, and how his love for reading saved the day. ✨Credits✨ Written by: Candice Dingwall Voiced By: James Bukusi Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org   Book dash believes that “Every child should own a hundred books by the age of five” and create beautiful books tha...

The multi-talented Polycarp, who you may know as Fancy Fingers from one of Africa's biggest bands is this week’s guest reader with this powerful story about the naming ceremony of a newborn baby. Written in The Stars is ultimately a celebration of African culture. It is meant to inspire young men to be intentionally involved in their fatherhood journeys and intended to spark conversations arou...

Why is Nita upside down?  Can she turn the right way round? Nita feels different and doesn’t fit in but after a chat with a close friend, she realises everyone is! And that’s what makes us special. This story is a wonderful celebration of individuality and encourages self-confidence. Even better Soreti Kadir’s soothing voice brings something distinct to the story that it’s hard not to be drawn in....

Zoey loves finding things in the park. One day, she gets a big surprise. What could it be? Many thanks to Shiv Simani for lending his voice to this story. Shiv is Crossfit Coach, award-winning wellness influencer and co-host over at Unit The Podcast . Be sure to check it out! Credits Written by: David Mann Voiced By: Shiv Simani Episode Production: Verge Digital  Sound Design: Marcus Garvey Read t...

Buckle up for an exhilarating adventure beyond the stars with "Astronauts to the Moon," a captivating children's picture book perfect for readers aged 2-5 years. Join Ire, Atticat, and Teddy as they embark on a thrilling journey to space, exploring the vast wonders of the universe! "Astronauts to the Moon" not only celebrates the boundless creativity of children's minds but also introduces them to...

Tall with long necks, prickly tongues and fascinating patterns - these are some of the features that make giraffes loveable. Nuru, a curious little boy, invites you to join him with his family, as they go on a trip to see giraffes. ✨Credits✨ Written by: Melissa Wakhu Voiced By: Melissa Wakhu Illustrations: Joy Kioko  Episode Production: Verge Digital  Sound Design: Marcus Garvey Find more of Mel...

Going to the doctor can be scary! Can Bora overcome his fears, with a little help from Baba and Jojo? ✨Credits✨ Written By: Edna Gicovi Illustrated by: Ellen Heydenrych Voiced by: Edna Gicovi Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Love the story? Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org and the best part, if you’re in Kenya, you can get a physical copy...

Hippo has a big personality and loves to dance every chance she gets but it seems her dancing disrupts all other animals trying to concentrate on doing very important things. Won’t anyone dance with her? ✨Credits✨ Written By: Sam Beckbessinger Illustrated by: Megan Andrews Voiced by: Edna Gicovi Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Love the story? Read this...

✨About the story ✨ Who will win the Great Cake Contest? A sweet story about a little boy who wants to make the best cake. ✨Credits✨ Written by: Lebohang Masango Voiced By: Ndunge Illustrations: Nompumelelo Mdluli Episode Production:  Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org   Book dash believes that “Every child should own a hundred...

Another Melissa Wakhu classic is up on the podcast! From the writer behind one of our most popular episodes, Pipo and the Poop Pile, comes this sweet story inspired by her love and passion for nurturing a new generation of children who are secure in their unique identities. Fun fact about this wonderful story, she not only wrote it but illustrated it too. We love it and can’t wait for you and your...

It's the  rainy  season in Doll Village and the dolls are not thrilled. However, they soon discover how  amazing rain  is. ✨Credits✨ Story courtesy of: Umba Creations Voiced by: Soreti Kadir Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Read this story and many others on  Umba Creations About Umba Creations Umba Creations is a Kenya-based company founded by Wanga...

I once had a dream, so small and light, I kept it in a box. I kept it hidden, safe and sound, in my drawer of socks. This is a story about a child’s dream and how they nurture it to bloom ✨Credits✨ Written by: Fred Strydom Voiced By: Cedric Nzomo Illustrations: Megan Lötter Episode Production: Verge Digital ⁠ Sound Design: Marcus Garvey CC by 4.0  Read this ebook and many others on bookdash.org...