Author Description

At what age does a child understand? The answer is seven. Don't Judge the Book by the Cover, as the name implies, tells the story of 7-year-old Fatou Sowe, who turned out to be a good speller overnight, as early as the age of seven. Most people understand that the word "boy" is spelled "b-o-y," but not Fatou. Fatou, who has always been good to neighbors and guests alike, wakes up one day to discover she has turned into a good speller with the help of a magic pen. This beautifully illustrated storybook has been created to support learners who, after acquiring the basics of reading and writing, have struggled to organically grasp the rules that govern spelling in the English language. To everyone's surprise, Fatou can now spell the world's most difficult words-and in just a few minutes! But will her extraordinary talent last? The novel centers on the themes of girl-child education in African societies, African traditions, poverty, literacy, and the shared values of love, forgiveness, and unity.