🌙 A moonlit tale of courage, culture, and connection.
In the sun-drenched plains of South Sudan, where the Nile flows like a silver ribbon and the skies are filled with stories, young Deng begins each day with purpose. At just eight years old, he walks proudly among the sacred cattle of the Dinka people, singing songs beneath acacia trees and caring for the herd like generations before him.
But when danger comes in the night—a prowling hyena threatening a newborn calf—Deng must rise to the moment with a courage that echoes the stories of his ancestors. With the help of Malual, a majestic white bull with golden horns shaped like the moon, Deng discovers the heart of a true protector and the soul of a young leader.
✨ Deng and the Moon Horns is a captivating children’s picture book that brings to life the beauty, bravery, and traditions of the Dinka culture. Through lush storytelling and stunning illustrations, readers will journey into a world where cattle are family, horns are shaped with love, and even the youngest can be heroes.
Perfect for ages 6–10, this heartfelt story:
Celebrates African culture and heritage
Explores themes of bravery, tradition, and identity
Encourages empathy, leadership, and responsibility
Makes a perfect gift for classrooms, libraries, and bedtime story collections
Whether you're teaching children about world cultures or simply want a tale that inspires courage, Deng and the Moon Horns is a timeless tribute to the strength of community, the bond between boy and beast, and the beauty of standing tall in your own story.
Details
- Publication Date
- Aug 22, 2025
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781257852093
- Category
- Children's
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): David Ngwana
Specifications
- Pages
- 24
- Binding Type
- Hardcover Case Wrap
- Interior Color
- Color
- Dimensions
- Digest (5.5 x 8.5 in / 140 x 216 mm)
Keywords
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