By Dinah Orji (author) Part of the History Adventures series
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Ada has lived close to the great rainforest for her whole life, helping her beloved Papa Eze to heal fellow villagers when they fall sick. But when Papa Eze himself becomes ill, he knows it's time to reveal to Ada her true heritage - time for her to travel deep into the forest to discover the ancient Edo kingdom of Benin, and to use everything within her power to heal the terrible divisions that are tearing the kingdom apart.
Relying on her close friendships, the guidance of her ancestors and her own self-belief, Ada sets off on an incredible journey which tests her strengths to their limit.
The historical Benin Kingdom is now an option for UK primary teachers at KS2, (ages 7 - 11) and as exciting, accurate historical fiction this is the perfect reader for teachers looking to diversify their history teaching.
The book includes a factual section at the end, to help readers widen their knowledge of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and West African culture and traditions.
Teachers notes, linked to the text, are also available to download for free from the publishers, Dinosaur Books Ltd.
A riveting historical adventure; this is a fast-paced story of a resourceful and feisty young girl determined to find out where she came from and where she fits into society. -- Books For Keeps children's fiction magazine
When reading this book, you become completely absorbed into the culture of the West African people ... because the story is rich and gripping. -- The Reading Zone Book Reviews
Dinah Orji is a British author of Nigerian heritage. Her family grew up a few miles from the historical Kingdom of Benin (which is in present day Nigeria) and Dinah was inspired to write this novel during her extensive travels to Nigeria. Dinah works in the UK film industry and this is her debut novel.
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Children of the Benin Kingdom and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
Children of the Benin Kingdom features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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Children of the Benin Kingdom was written by Dinah Orji and published by Dinosaur Books Ltd
Children of the Benin Kingdom has 224 pages
Yes it is part of History Adventures series
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