Presents a word, with English translation, for each of the twenty-four letters in the Swahili alphabet. Brief explanation of each word introduces an East African custom.

"Take a stroll through the bustling markets and museums of Tanzania! This book uses carefully leveled text to introduce the country's land, people, wildlife, and culture. Bright, vivid photos work to engage readers and support the main text. Special features map important locations, highlight landmarks, show off the landscape, profile famous people, introduce the language, and more. The book concludes with a timeline and a two-page profile that puts...