The little book making a big mark

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Most people in Botswana know Jenny Robson as an exceptional music teacher. She has been teaching music to children in Botswana for 40 years, first in Orapa and now in Maun.

Some of her most famous students include Bontekanye Botumile, who has gone on to be a writer, storyteller, and stage performer; the very well-known singer Brando; and the actor and singer Lebogang David Motubudi, who among others starred in the Matisong production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. In South Africa, though, Robson is best known as a writer for children and teens, books primarily written in Botswana where she has lived most of her life. Her books have been read in schools in South Africa for many years. Among her many published books is a little book that is making big waves overseas titled Balaclava Boy.

Balaclava Boy is about a new boy who has agreed to go to school but only if he can wear a balaclava the entire time. The teacher allows it, but the other children are intrigued about why this boy feels the need to cover his face. Eventually the kids get used to the balaclava and become friends with the boy. The secret about the balaclava is revealed at the end along with some lessons about tolerance and friendship.

Editor's Comment
Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

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