Too Small Tola by Atinuke

Three delightful tales from a renowned Nigerian storyteller introduce a chapter-book heroine who is every bit as mighty as she is small.

In a trio of droll stories, award-winning author and storyteller Atinuke debuts an endearing and enduring character with plenty to prove. Tola lives in an apartment in the busy city of Lagos, Nigeria, with her sister, Moji, who is very clever; her brother, Dapo, who is very fast; and Grandmommy, who is very bossy. Tola may be small, but she's strong enough to carry a basket brimming with groceries home from the market, and she's clever enough to count out Grandmommy's change. When the faucets in the apartment break, it's Tola who brings water from the well. And when Mr. Abdul, the tailor, has an accident and needs help taking his customers' measurements, only Tola can save the day. Atinuke's trademark wit and charm are on full display, accompanied by delightful illustrations by Onyinye Iwu. Too Small Tola evokes the urban bustle and rich blending of cultures in Lagos through the eyes of a little girl with an outsize will--and an even bigger heart.

Author: Atinuke
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 03/02/2021
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.40w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781536211276
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.6
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 510237 / Too Small Tola


Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 02/01/2021
Publishers Weekly 02/01/2021
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2021
School Library Journal 02/01/2021 pg. 64
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2021 pg. 80
Booklist 03/15/2021 pg. 57
Shelf Awareness 11/23/2021
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2021 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

About the Author
Atinuke was born in Nigeria and spent her childhood in both Africa and the United Kingdom. She is the author of the Anna Hibiscus series and Africa, Amazing Africa; Baby Goes to Market; B Is for Baby; and Catch That Chicken! Atinuke lives in Wales.

Onyinye Iwu was born in Italy to Nigerian parents and moved to England when she was thirteen. She is a designer, illustrator, and educator. Too Small Tola is her first book for children. She lives in London.