New Early Reader Series by Bestselling Author Refiloe Moahloli
If you’ve ever shared the hit books Know My Name or Part of a Team with your little ones, you already know the warmth and wonder Refiloe Moahloli brings to the page. We have some fantastic news: the wait to see more of these beloved characters is over!
Pan Macmillan is excited to introduce Rorisang & Morena, an enchanting new early reader series by bestselling author Refiloe Moahloli. Illustrated in vibrant full colour by the award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale, the series brings back the cherished characters first introduced in the hit titles Know My Name and Part of a Team.
The series follows the daily adventures of twins Rorisang and Morena as they navigate life with their family and friends. To ensure every child can see themselves reflected in these stories, Pan Macmillan is releasing the series simultaneously in four languages: English, isiXhosa, isiZulu, and Afrikaans. These stories are designed to foster a love for reading while exploring themes of community, curiosity, and the joy of everyday South African life.
There are four titles in the Rorisang & Morena series: Surprise, Surprise; Hooray for Holidays!; Stop the Bus; and The Street Party.
Rorisang & Morena
Rorisang and her twin brother Morena don’t want to go to the market with Mama and Papa. They would rather stay home and dance and play games on the phone. But they end up having the best time playing at the market. And Mama has a wonderful surprise for them!
Book 1 in an early reading series that follows the adventures of the twins, Rorisang and Morena, and their family and friends. Based on the characters of the highly successful Know My Name and Part of a Team by the same author. Vividly brought to life in full colour by award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale. Available in four languages: English, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans.
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Rorisang & Morena: Hooray For Holidays
It’s the school holidays. Rorisang and Morena’s cousins Wande and Litha are staying with them. Mama takes them to the roller-skating rink, where they all have a lot of fun. The boys race, and Morena wins, but he soon learns that pride comes before a fall ...
Book 2 in an early reading series that follows the adventures of the twins, Rorisang and Morena, and their family and friends. Based on the characters of the highly successful Know My Name and Part of a Team by the same author. Vividly brought to life in full colour by award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale. Available in four languages: English, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans.
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Rorisang & Morena: Stop The Bus
It's a race against the clock! Twins Rorisang and Morena are excited for their class trip, but a forgotten permission slip sends their family on a chaotic morning chase. They manage to catch the bus, but a grumpy driver and a rule-breaking detour at the theme park threaten to turn their fun day upside down. Can the twins learn to follow the rules before the day spirals out of control?
Book 3 in an early reading series that follows the adventures of the twins, Rorisang and Morena, and their family and friends. Based on the characters of the highly successful Know My Name and Part of a Team by the same author. Vividly brought to life in full colour by award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale. Available in four languages: English, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans.
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Rorisang & Morena: The Street Party
It's the middle of the night when a giant pine tree falls, leaving Rorisang and Morena's family without power. Their Saturday plans are ruined, but Papa and Mama have an idea for free fun at home: mgusha, a jumping game. Soon, all the kids on the street join in, turning the game into a street bash and a championship.
Mama, a former high jumper, becomes the star, leading Team Ngam to victory. The power is restored, but the kids are still outside playing mgusha, proving that the best things in life are free.
Book 4 in an early reading series that follows the adventures of the twins, Rorisang and Morena, and their family and friends. Based on the characters of the highly successful Know My Name and Part of a Team by the same author. Vividly brought to life in full colour by award-winning illustrator Katlego Keokgale. Available in four languages: English, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans.
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