Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the Ashanti

Anansi the Spider is one of the most beloved folktale characters in West African mythology, and this Caldecott Honor book brings his story to life in glorious geometric, colour-block illustrations. Six sons help Anansi survive his journey through the forest, and Anansi must decide who to reward. This retelling of the classic Ashanti tale, drawn from the Akan-speaking people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast, is a gorgeous introduction to West African oral tradition for children aged 4–8. A must-have on every Ghanaian bookshelf — for the story is ours.