In Malindi, a crew of young boat cleaners pools its earnings until one member steals from the fund to save his family from crisis. Rather than expel him, Karisa, the group's quiet numbers-keeper, creates a handwritten ledger that makes every shilling visible to all. This story explores accountability, second chances, and the fragile work of rebuilding trust, giving young readers a nuanced look at justice, mercy, and what it costs to hold a community together.
The Ledger
When betrayal empties the group fund, one boy chooses a ledger over revenge, and changes what justice means.
KES 100
CBC tags for this book
Core competencies
- Communication and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Values
- Integrity
- Responsibility
Pertinent and contemporary issues
- Financial Literacy
Language: English
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