Anansesem story

The Brave Little Squirrel

In The Brave Little Squirrel, Tano, a curious and adventurous squirrel living in the African rainforest, hears the cries of Kesi, a young antelope trapped in a hunter’s snare. Though small, Tano bravely rallies the monkeys, elephants, and birds to work together: the monkeys distract the hunter, the birds create confusion, and the elephants help loosen the trap while Tano skillfully frees Kesi. Their teamwork saves her just in time, and Tano becomes celebrated as a hero, proving that even the smallest creature can make a big difference through courage, kindness, and unity.

Ages

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Length

8 pages

• animals
• rainforest
• squirrel
• gazelle
• elephant
• monkey