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6) The herd boy
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While doing a good job of caring for his grandfather's sheep and goat on the grasslands of South Africa, young Malusi dreams of everything from owning his own dog to becoming president one day.
10) Where's Jamela?
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When Mama gets a new job and a new house, everyone is excited about moving except Jamela who likes her old house just fine. When Mama tells Jamela about her new job and a new place for them to live, Mama is excited but Jamela isn't. She likes so many things about the house they live in now -- the squeaky front gate she swings on, the view from her window, the neighborhood sounds and smells. But on moving day Jamela is ready to help -- although none...
11) Jafta
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Jafta describes some of his everyday feelings by comparing his actions to those of various African animals.
12) Elsina's clouds
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In South Africa, a Basotho girl paints designs on her house as a prayer to the ancestors for rain.
13) Jafta's mother
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A little boy living in an African village describes his mother and the love he feels for her.
19) Goal!
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In a dangerous alley in a township in South Africa, the strength and unity which a group of young friends feel while playing soccer keep them safe when a gang of bullies arrives to cause trouble.
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