NOTE: This richly illustrated hardcover edition of Fatu And The Lioness contains a 7-page ' Educator Guide ' in the appendix for teachers desiring to use this book as a teaching aid. The book provides opportunities for classroom discussion on: •African geography and cultural traditions •Oral storytelling traditions •Conflict resolution and emotional growth •Character development and moral reasoning Ideal for grades 3–6, multicultural studies units, social-emotional learning discussions, and comparative folklore studies. A softcover edition without the educator guide is also available. THE STORY: Deep the heart of West Africa, in a small Fulani village along the winding River Gambia, Fatu longs for the attention of her hardworking husband, Momodou. When her frustration begins to harden her heart, she seeks the counsel of a mysterious Marabout spiritual counselor who lives in an enormous hollow baobab tree. His advice is unexpected—and nearly impossible. To restore her marriage, Fatu must bring him milk from a nursing lioness. What follows is a breathtaking journey across the savanna, where danger, discipline, and tenderness intertwine. In her quiet encounter with the Queen of Beasts, Fatu discovers something far more powerful than magic: the strength that already lives within her. Inspired by traditional West African storytelling and the author’s years living in The Gambia and Senegal, Fatu and the Lioness is a beautifully illustrated folktale that explores patience, empathy, responsibility, and the transformative power of love. Perfect for families, classrooms, and readers who cherish timeless wisdom from around the world.