π The Kusoma Project Announces Its Winners! π✨
The Kusoma Project, dedicated to fostering a love for reading and learning among young minds, has just announced the winners of its latest competition! ππ This initiative has been a beacon of hope and inspiration for many, encouraging children to dive into the magical world of books. π✨
π Highlights of the Event π
Incredible Talent: The competition saw an overwhelming number of participants, each showcasing their unique storytelling and reading skills. The creativity and passion displayed were truly remarkable! π✨
Diverse Stories: From adventurous tales to heartwarming stories, the entries were as diverse as they were captivating. It was a tough job for the judges to pick the best among such talented young writers. ππ
Empowering Young Minds: The Kusoma Project continues to empower young minds by providing them with a platform to express themselves and develop their literary skills. This initiative is not just about winning but about nurturing a lifelong love for reading and writing. π±π
π The Winners π
The winners of The Kusoma Book Project, which invited Kenyan storytellers to submit a manuscript for a children’s book that celebrated intellectual, physical, and emotional differences, were announced and celebrated at an artist’s reception in Eldoret earlier this year. The winners are:
- First Place: Ruth W. Ngiciri, author of The Little Giraffe Who Was Different - Ruth works as an actuary but finds joy in storytelling. Her story celebrates the uniqueness of every child. π✨
- Second Place: Blessings Wanjiku Njoroge, author of The Little Seed - A poet and short story writer inspired by the everyday wonders of life. Her writing delves into growth, change, and human connection. ππ€
- Third Place: Noella Mudunga Okoth, author of Thamani’s Song - A fifth-year medical student at Moi University, Noella writes to raise awareness for children with disabilities, inspired by her knowledge of cerebral palsy. π️π
The project was coordinated by Megan McHenry, MD, and Indiana University medical student Mary Ann Etling, aiming to positively impact children’s lives and increase the availability of books in Kenyan homes. The event also featured illustrations by artist Gloria Mwange, whose artwork was displayed during a gallery exhibition in Eldoret. This celebration highlighted Kenyan art, storytelling, early childhood literacy, and the diversity and uniqueness of children. ππ
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Congratulations to all the winners and participants! Your stories have inspired us all. Keep reading, keep writing, and keep dreaming! ππ
π¦ The Brave Little Duck π¦
Once upon a time, in a peaceful pond surrounded by tall grass and colorful flowers, there lived a little duck named Daisy. Daisy was different from the other ducks because she was the smallest and had the brightest yellow feathers. Even though she was small, Daisy was very brave. πΌπ¦
One sunny day, Daisy’s mother told her and her brothers and sisters that it was time to learn how to swim in the big pond. While the other ducklings were excited, Daisy felt a little nervous. The pond seemed so large, and she had never swum in deep water before. π☀️
But Daisy took a deep breath and decided to be brave. She waddled to the edge of the pond and dipped her tiny webbed feet into the water. At first, the water felt cold, but soon Daisy got used to it. π¦π¦
With a little splash, she began to paddle her feet. To her surprise, Daisy found that she could swim just as well as the bigger ducks! Her mother watched proudly as Daisy quacked happily and swam all around the pond. π♀️π
From that day on, Daisy knew that even though she was small, she could do anything if she was brave and tried her best. πΌπͺ
The end.
Editor: Zacharia Maganga Nyambu Email: zachariamaganga@duck.com
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