Set in a Kenyan urban estate, this story follows Rioba, a boy who grows vegetable seedlings on his balcony to raise money for a school trip to the elephant orphanage. Through patience, daily care, and a commitment to honesty, he learns that trust is worth more than a quick sale. A grounded, warm-hearted tale of enterprise and integrity for readers aged 10 to 11.
The Stronger Root
When a boy needs four hundred shillings for a school trip, he grows the answer on his balcony: one seedling at a time.
KES 100
CBC tags for this book
Core competencies
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Self-efficacy
Values
- Responsibility
Pertinent and contemporary issues
- Financial Literacy
Language: English
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