The Window Seat
Two sisters, one window seat, and a magical train ride!
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
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Tumi Goes to the Park
It’s Tumi’s first visit to the park. She’s so excited, there are many adventures. She might even make a new friend…
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
What’s happened to our water?
Mfubu and his friends have a problem – their pool is dirty. They go on an adventure up the river to find out why.
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Yapo Saves The Day
Yapo loves to play soccer! But he does not like to pass the ball to his teammates. How will Yapo discover that winning is not only about scoring?
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Zanele sees numbers
There are numbers everywhere, but Zanele can’t see them.
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Zenande’s helping hands
During heavy rains, a little kindness can go a long way. Join Zenande as she comes together with her community.
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Zibu and Zizo
Zibu and Zizo are twin brothers. They are similar, but different. Being different is not bad, it’s great.
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And Also!
Thabo’s make-believe world has no room for his little sister, Keitu. But she has other ideas!
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Ann-Nem-Oh-Nee finds Adventure
Ann-Nem-Oh-Nee is stuck on her rock all alone. She’s looking for adventure and wants to see the world! But how?
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
Auntie Boi’s Gift
Auntie Boi has sent a present from Kenya. Kopano and Rea go to town to pick it up. What a journey!
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
Baby Babble
Baby’s day is full of babble, whether she’s hungry, searching for her dummy, splashing in the bath or curled up in bed at night.
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 0–3岁
Clever Pig
Pig loves to play! Clever Pig One day, Pig is gone. Will Pig come back?
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Dance, Khuzwayo, dance!
Khuzwayo loves to dance. But performing in front of a crowd? No way! How will he get his groove back?
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
Feathered Friends
The oakum boys go for a walk and discover strange new things: Lots of different penguins, one special friend, and a very big change. Growing up can be the biggest adventure of all!
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
Going Places
The children in Ms Kani’s class had a busy weekend. Where will they go next?
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Grandpa’s Gold
The children are talking about their grandpas. Giraffe’s grandpa can build a skyscraper. Elephant’s grandpa can cook a massive feast. But whose grandpa will give the children the biggest surprise?
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Hello
Lolo has many lovely friends. They are Sun and Moon and Star and Bird too. She would love to introduce them to you.
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How do you want your eggs?
Boiled, scrambled or fried? How does Luzuko want his eggs?
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I don’t want to go to sleep!
Nandi doesn’t want to go to sleep. No way! She wants to go on an adventure. Join Nandi as she lets her imagination run wild and free.
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I want to!
This cute little baby knows exactly what she wants. She wants to eat, she wants to play, and she wants to read a book with Mama!
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 0–3岁
It Wasn’t Me!
Mom is going out for five minutes. What could go wrong?
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It’s my birthday!
Zingisile’s birthday falls on a school day this year. How will he celebrate?
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
Jock and Me
Jock the dog is our good, old friend. Come have fun with us!
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 0–3岁
Khaya Wants to Row
When Khaya sees rowers on TV, he starts dreaming of being a rower one day. Mkhulu plans a special surprise – what will it be?
CC BY 4.0 · Suggested age 4–6岁
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