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Apartheid and Me
Apartheid and Me
Children's Book - Monica Clarke
Pages: 40
Nangamsa, who is 7 years old, lives with her grandmother in a township in South Africa during Apartheid. Her experience of ‘weird Apartheid,’ as she calls it, is told in her own words through conversations with her Ouma (grandmother).
Nangamsa, who is 7 years old, lives with her grandmother in a township in South Africa during Apartheid. Her experience of ‘weird Apartheid,’ as she calls it, is told in her own words through conversations with her Ouma (grandmother).
Through her eyes and language readers, young and old, are introduced to concepts of racial classification and laws such as separate development (Group Areas Act); and prohibition of marriages between white and non-white (Mixed Marriages Act).
Through her eyes and language readers, young and old, are introduced to concepts of racial classification and laws such as separate development (Group Areas Act); and prohibition of marriages between white and non-white (Mixed Marriages Act).
This book brings out the clear meaning ‘Apart-hate’, and gives parents and teachers an opportunity to discuss with primary school children the dangers of accepting social practices and laws which attack and erode human rights. It ends with a brief overview of Apartheid for the information of guardians.
This book brings out the clear meaning ‘Apart-hate’, and gives parents and teachers an opportunity to discuss with primary school children the dangers of accepting social practices and laws which attack and erode human rights. It ends with a brief overview of Apartheid for the information of guardians.
A powerful true story made simple for young readers.
Apartheid and Me is a beautifully written children’s book that gently introduces the real experiences of a South African girl growing up under apartheid.
With age-appropriate language, it helps children understand injustice, courage, family love — and hope. Ideal for schools, libraries, home reading, and cultural awareness events.
📚 Suitable for ages 5–10 (Key Stage 1 & 2)
✍🏽 Written by Monica Clarke
📦 Softcover, 46 pages
✅ Includes discussion questions for parents and teachers
✅ Excellent for Black History Month or classroom learning
(The book contains a brief overview of Apartheid for the information of teachers, parents and guardians).
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