Kalulu na Mti Mkavu

Kalulu na Mti Mkavu (Kalulu and the Dry Tree) is an engaging folk-tale-style narrative centered on the iconic trickster figure of East African folklore: Kalulu the Hare. In this installment, Kalulu finds himself in a predicament involving a dry, mysterious tree, and must use his trademark cunning to outsmart larger, more powerful animals.

Designed primarily for primary school learners and lower secondary students, this 4th Edition has been updated with vibrant illustrations and a modernized layout to appeal to contemporary readers. The story serves as a perfect vehicle for language acquisition, introducing readers to idiomatic Swahili, proverbs (methali), and the rhythmic storytelling style characteristic of African oral traditions. It remains a staple for both leisure reading and classroom instruction in Kiswahili.