Age rating and parents' guide:Kwa nini Viboko Hawana Nywele
by Basilio Gimo, David Ker
Ages 5–9
Kwa nini Viboko Hawana Nywele by Basilio Gimo, David Ker is best for children aged 5–9. It has moderate violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
When Hippo accidentally steps on Rabbit's foot while grazing by the river, she immediately apologizes. But Rabbit refuses to forgive her and convinces Fire to seek revenge. A traditional pourquoi tale explaining why hippos have no hair and why they stay close to the safety of water.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Moderate
- Scary moments
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Picture book
- In Swahili
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