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African Stories: Once Upon a Chameleon

Name: African Stories: Once Upon a Chameleon
ISBN: 9781444978209

By Ken Wilson-Max

How does one plain grey lizard suddenly become a dazzling master of disguise?

vibrant engaging educational

Genres

Animals Fairy Tales

What is African Stories: Once Upon a Chameleon about?

Once upon a time, Chameleon was just a plain grey lizard. But after a thrilling encounter with some dangerous animals, she discovered her amazing ability to change colour! This vibrant African tale, inspired by traditional stories, is perfect for curious little ones. Written by Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by the award-winning Zinelda McDonald.

About the author

Ken Wilson-Max is a talented author and illustrator from Zimbabwe, now living in London. He is best known for his colourful and lively picture books, such as 'Astro Girl' and the 'Lenny' series. Ken loves sharing stories that celebrate families, friendship, and imagination, and his books are enjoyed by children all around the world.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2025

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