Jacana Media

Description

A South African publisher, Jacana Media has been in the business since 1991. The firm specialises in the vulgarisation of normally complex or technical data. We have been recognised for the quality of our books in areas such as the environment and eco-tourism, as well as literature and educational materials (primary and secondary school). In 2002, Jacana Media established an open publishing policy that has since received much positive feedback, covering a vast spectrum of genres and subjects. We are particularly interested in promoting authors from South Africa and Africa as a whole. Jacana Media currently publishes works in essentially three areas: “Life” (political science, biographies and autobiographies, history, health and educational material), “Earth” (environment, natural history, maps and eco-guides) and “Fiction” (novels, short stories, poetry, and anthologies and collections focussing on African authors).

www.jacana.co.za

Published Books

Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he’s speaking our language
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
 #RacingForOurLanguages: What’s next?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Stir the Dust
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year – names and profiles attached
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Ikhatalogu Yethu – Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children’s Literature Foundation
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: ‘Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist’ 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST)
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! ‘Using digital technologies to promote children’s literature in South Africa’s indigenous languages’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar ‘Garingani wa Garingani’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the Setswana webinar ‘Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book ‘!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Highlights from the ‘Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue’ webinar – a report back in isiXhosa and English
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda – 30 June 2021
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati – 24 June 2021
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invite to our Sepedi webinar – 25th May 2021
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa – 22 April
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
National Book Week
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
International Literacy Day
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Receives New ‘Dubai Cares’ Award
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
It’s National Storytelling Day!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Guardian’s Children’s and Teens Roundup
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
View: Comments on Trevor Noah’s book for children
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South African Book Fair Have New Venue.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Black Stories Matter
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Guardian’s Picture Book Round-up…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Mosidi by Lorato Trok
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Trevor Noah’s ‘Born a Crime’ book now out for children
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku – Using Children’s Books To Save Languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
My Language, My Heritage
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Turning Kids into Bookworms – children’s laureates share their tips
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
African Classics
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children’s book now out.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Calling all illustrators!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
International Mother Language Day
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Indigenous languages – are they fading from African households?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Books for pure reading pleasure…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
‘Mpumi’s Magic Beads’ at Abantu Book Festival
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
‘Chasing Shadows’ by Palesa Manaleng
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children’s Books
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The African Book Trust is giving away books!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Save up to 60% on Supernova!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Why political books for kids are becoming more popular.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe’s 60th Birthday.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Children’s Book Shares Experience of Immigration.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe’s Birthday!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Passing On The Baton of Storytelling.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
I-National Book Fair Blog
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Review your face children’s book and win!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Attend The Book Launch: ‘Songbird and Other Stories’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal’ibali.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Madiba Magic children’s book celebrates Nelson Mandela’s centenary
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Changing Lives Through Books – Interview with Biblionef’s, Jean Williams!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Great reads for Young Adult book lovers.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Kids Etc. – How to write for children.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Interview With ‘Literacies’ Activist, Theresa Giorza.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Afrikaans – whose language is it?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
June Events: children’s book launch, Cape Town.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Schools belong to the community, let parents take over.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today’s readers.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The importance of languages in decolonising education.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Why mother tongue has to be embraced now – Q&A with Puku’s Lorato Trok.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
TED Talks for lifelong readers
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Lending books to friends – what are the rules?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Is classroom storytelling a dying art?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
2018 PROGRAMME
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Nal’ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
What will it take to improve global literacy?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South African Library Week 2018
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The most anticipated YA novel for 2018
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
New ‘Little Miss’ book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
‘Story Powered Schools’ project provides vital literacy support
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
All South Africans Responsible For Country’s Reading Crisis
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SCBWI Event – Writing for Television!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Creating good study habits at home.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
How to engage readers who think books are boring…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
What are readers in Africa thinking?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
It’s World Read Aloud Day!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Nal’ibali highlights ‘World Read Aloud Day’ with local children’s author, Zukiswa Wanner.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Forts & Fairies chats to children’s author of ‘ANGRY OWL’.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Celebrate World Read Aloud Day.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Call out for a South African ‘Multicultural Children’s Book Day’.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The success story of renowned children’s author, Sindiwe Magona.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Study shows that the villains in children’s books are almost always male.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Picture books without text, improve young brain development.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Brain Picking’s loveliest children’s books of 2017.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can’t read, Times LIVE
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Supernova Magazine’s December Holiday Giveaways!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SCBWI End-of-Year Event
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
This year’s Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Children’s books about water that are still relevant today.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Nal’ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
FunDza’s Writer of the Week
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Children’s Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Children’s Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku’s look at books – October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Returning Nature’s Words To Children’s Books
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa’s Reading Culture.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Baby Riav and the Power of Reading.
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Goes Live!
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa’s ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Digital writing – is the Internet changing the way we write?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Sindiwe Magona Catalogue
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Day Gogo Went to Vote
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Story Festival 2017
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
PUKU Afri Kids
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Heavy screen time alters young brains
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Learning Tools
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona
Puku Story Festival 2016 – Dr Sindiwe Magona
Written by Puku initiative brings Teachers into the Digital Age, Prof MV Mzamane Commemoration, Niki Daly: A Tribute to a great South African children’s author, Elinor Sisulu Receives SA Literary Award, Puku Visits HRH Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Comrades runner Mpho Ngoepe is racing for literacy, and he's speaking our language,  #RacingForOurLanguages: What's next?, Tribute to Eusebuis McKaiser, Stir the Dust, Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages, Webinars 2021: The Wonderful Wisdom of Our Words, Thank you to our PESP project independent contractors for their valued contribution this year - names and profiles attached, Ikhatalogu Yethu - Puku’s catalogue of 100 recommended isiXhosa books is now listed on our website, What is the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize?, Find out more about Biblionef, a valued partner of Puku.co.za, Watch our Video introducing the Puku Children's Literature Foundation, South Africa Congratulates Puku Children’s Literature Foundation for Winning a Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, AN INVITATION TO A VIRTUAL EVENT: 'Paul Sithole, The Forgotten Scientist' 20 September 2021: 6pm (SAST), Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Described as an “Excellent Ambassador for Literacy” at Handover Ceremony for 2021 UNESCO Laureates, BREAKING NEWS: South African Organisation, Puku, Wins 2021 UNESCO Award, Puku’s winning UNESCO project – Read all about it! 'Using digital technologies to promote children's literature in South Africa's indigenous languages', South Africa’s Puku Children’s Literature Foundation Wins Prestigious 2021 UNESCO International Award, Ikhatalogu Yethu: The list of 100 books recommended by the isiXhosa editorial team, A Position Paper on Prescribed Literature (Setworks) of South Africa’s Major Curricular Bodies: CAPS, IEB, Cambridge and IB, A YouTube Course in isiXhosa on Reviewing Children’s Literature as a Template for Other Indigenous Languages, The Role of Children’s Literature in Preserving and Promoting our Indigenous Languages, Highlights from the isiNdibele webinar / Tuthuko emntwaneni ngelimi lakhe lesiNdebele, Highlights from the Tshivenda webinar ‘Tshivenda manwalo a vhana’, Highlights of the Sepedi webinar: TlhatloŠo ya Sepedi ngwaneng | A discussion on preserving indigenous languages, Highlights from the isiZulu webinar Iqhaza lezincwadi zezingane ekugcineni ulimi lwesizulu | A discussion on preserving isiZulu, Highlights from the Sesotho webinar ‘Monate wa ho Bala ka Puo ya Letswele: Na Dingolwa tsa Bana di Lekane?’, Highlights from the Siswati webinar ‘Temibhalo yebantfwana kutfuftukisa Siswati’, Highlights from the Xitsonga webinar 'Garingani wa Garingani', Highlights from the Setswana webinar 'Ra reng ka Setswana mo ngwaneng', A personal reflection about the launch of the first ever N/uu children’s book '!Qhoi n|a Tjhoi / Skilpad en Volstruis / Tortoise and Ostrich', Open invitation to our webinar in Sesotho – Friday 25th June, Highlights from the 'Conversations about isiXhosa Children’s Books Catalogue' webinar - a report back in isiXhosa and English, Open invitation to our webinar in Tshivenda - 30 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Siswati - 24 June 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiNdebele – Tuesday 22 June, Launch of the first book ever to be written in N/uu takes place today – purchase the book here, on the puku.co.za website, Open invite to our Sepedi webinar - 25th May 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in Xitsonga – Thursday 20th May, Open invitation to our webinar in Setswana – Tuesday 18th May, Open invitation to our first webinar in isiZulu, The Puku Children’s Foundation Celebrates Katrina Esau On World Book Day, 23 April 2021, Open invitation to our webinar in isiXhosa - 22 April, National Book Week, Listen to a Book Circle Podcast with Siya Masuku, LITASA Conferene 2020: There is no frigate like a book: Literacy and children’s literature in contemporary Africa 19 Sep 2020, International Literacy Day, Puku Receives New 'Dubai Cares' Award, It's National Storytelling Day!, Puku and Hayley Joy Fundraising Partnership Launch., Why We Should Be Reading Picture Books To Our Children, Reflections On An Afternoon In Coyaba, The Guardian's Children’s and Teens Roundup, Puku presents Moshe by Mogale Sedibe, View: Comments on Trevor Noah's book for children, South African Book Fair Have New Venue., Black Stories Matter, The Guardian's Picture Book Round-up..., Mosidi by Lorato Trok, Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' book now out for children, Puku - Using Children’s Books To Save Languages, My Language, My Heritage, Shortlists announced for 2019 Media24 book prizes, Picture Books to Enrapture Young Readers, Turning Kids into Bookworms - children's laureates share their tips, South African writers nominated for the 2019 Nommo Awards., Puku welcomes Dr. Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, African Classics, Finalists announced for the Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature 2019, Thoko Vuka! Thoko Muka! Zimbabwean children's book now out., BOLOGNA PRIZE FOR THE BEST CHILDREN’S PUBLISHERS OF THE YEAR, Calling all illustrators!, Africa’s Cause Must Triumph: The Collected Writings of AP Mda Robert Edgar and Luyanda ka Msumza, International Mother Language Day, New Young Adult SFF Books Coming Out!, Indigenous languages - are they fading from African households?, New Cookbook Offers an Opportunity to Engage Young Readers, Books for pure reading pleasure..., 'Mpumi’s Magic Beads' at Abantu Book Festival, 'Chasing Shadows' by Palesa Manaleng, Puku Welcomes New Online Seller of Children's Books, African languages are at a disadvantage with Voice Recognition Technology, The Roots of Early Literacy Lie In Rock Art, SA’s Youngest Authors Get Audiences Excited to Read, Black Friday Promotions with Supernova Magazine!, Score with Ethnikids this Black Friday!, The African Book Trust is giving away books!, Coming Soon! Elevation 3: The Fiery Spiral, Book Launch Celebrates Albertina Sisulu, Save up to 60% on Supernova!, Why political books for kids are becoming more popular., Authors And Artists Gather to Celebrate Gcina Mhlophe's 60th Birthday., Jeppe Girls High School Honours Ruth First With Their Stories, School Library and Reading Summit a Memorable Event., Children’s book, Frog and the birdsong, now available in five local languages, Book Dash mobilises for more books this October!, Children's Book Shares Experience of Immigration., Gcina Mhlophe Gifts Her Special Day To Storytelling., Puku Partners with Gauteng Department of Education to host Reading Summit, Join Puku In Celebrating Gcina Mhlophe's Birthday!, The Nozincwadi Festival – an authentic African experience, Enter the Roald Dahl Imaginormous Challenge!, Picture Books Get Adults Hooked On Reading, 2019 Sanlam Prize for Youth Literature deadline looms!, Why African Storytelling Needs To Be Preserved., Passing On The Baton of Storytelling., YA Novels Explore the Truths On Internet Friendships, I-National Book Fair Blog, Celebrating National Book Week in the Heart of the Kalahari!, Review your face children's book and win!, Invitation to a Literacy Day Discussion in Cape Town., Open Book Festival, 5-9 September 2018, Cape Town., The South African Book Fair, 2018, Johannesburg., Attend The Book Launch: 'Songbird and Other Stories', Promoting Literacy At Home With Nal'ibali., The Mr. Men are celebrating Chinese New Year!, Art Workshop With Award-Winning Illustrator, Joan Rankin., Madiba Magic children's book celebrates Nelson Mandela's centenary, Changing Lives Through Books - Interview with Biblionef's, Jean Williams!, Media24 Books 2018 Prize Winners Announced!, Cover2Cover Books release latest teen title & announce new-look website., 15 Sci-Fi Books To Read For The Fun Of It..., Young writer from Kempton Park publishes book on bullying., Great reads for Young Adult book lovers., Kids Etc. - How to write for children., Interview With 'Literacies' Activist, Theresa Giorza., 2018 Writing Competition Against Racism launched., Afrikaans - whose language is it?, June Events: children's book launch, Cape Town., Help Older Kids Develop a Sense of Imagination with these 8 tips, Why You Should be Reading Books Every Day., Syafunda Digital Library Transforms Education, Schools belong to the community, let parents take over., Diverse books matched with classic stories, perfect for today's readers., The importance of languages in decolonising education., South African illustrator wins Children’s Africana Book Awards, Why mother tongue has to be embraced now - Q&A with Puku's Lorato Trok., TED Talks for lifelong readers, Professor encourages students to ‘Work hard, think big and make mistakes’, Illustrations that continue to remind us of freedom..., Now Out: New Book To Empower Young Female Readers., Lending books to friends - what are the rules?, Find more books written by Gcina Mhlophe., SCBWI Workshop: Writing for second-language readers, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading, Part 2., UMSITHO WAMABALI EPUKU 2018, Is classroom storytelling a dying art?, Grahamstown, 19-21 April, 2018., 2018 PROGRAMME, Nal'ibali adds Setswana and Xitsonga stories to their list., Transform Reluctant Readers Into Avid Bookworms..., What will it take to improve global literacy?, Dr Seuss illustrations are a great way to get kids talking about books, Picture Books, the springboard to visual literacy, Education Expert Calls For More Help In Foundation Phase, Executive Mayor Highlights Library in KwaNobuhle Uitenhage, South African Library Week 2018, National Library Week comes to Mossel Bay, The most anticipated YA novel for 2018, Puku Celebrates Phenomenal Woman Rosina Sedibane Modiba., New 'Little Miss' book launched for International Woman’s Day, 2018, 'Story Powered Schools' project provides vital literacy support, South African Sign Language (SASL) recognised as a mother tongue language & matric subject, All South Africans Responsible For Country's Reading Crisis, Tshwane Public Libraries take Mother Tongue Further, Now is the time to promote linguistic and cultural diversity., Maskew Miller Longman Writing Workshops now on., News: IBBY South Africa Announces Honour List Books ?, SCBWI Event - Writing for Television!, Creating good study habits at home., How to engage readers who think books are boring..., International Love Stories perfect for Teen Readers, Interview with South African YA author, Sally Partridge., Mothertongue literacy ensures learning success., What are readers in Africa thinking?, Should there be more autistic characters in children’s books?, Poetry helps readers to grasp the deeper meaning behind the words they write., It's World Read Aloud Day!, Nal’ibali highlights 'World Read Aloud Day' with local children's author, Zukiswa Wanner., Forts & Fairies chats to children's author of 'ANGRY OWL'., Celebrate World Read Aloud Day., Call out for a South African 'Multicultural Children's Book Day'., The success story of renowned children's author, Sindiwe Magona., Study shows that the villains in children's books are almost always male., Picture books without text, improve young brain development., Are fairytales harmful and should they be banned?, Puku Wishes All Readers A Festive Holiday Season!, Brain Picking's loveliest children's books of 2017., Soweto Book Festival Is A Literary Mix Of Love And Magic, NB-Uitgewers are celebrating author Louise Smit and Haas Das!, Abantu Book Festival, December 2017, saw the children flock in., Exciting new isiZulu and Sesotho books out now!, Literacy survey reveals 80% of Grade 4 students can't read, Times LIVE, Supernova Magazine's December Holiday Giveaways!, Winner of National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, 2017, announced., SCBWI End-of-Year Event, This year's Sanlam Awards, celebrate the best in SA Youth Literature, Durban is named Literary Capital of Africa., Exciting books to carry on the thrills of Halloween..., Children's books about water that are still relevant today., Tafelberg & Sanlam announce the Youth Literature Award winners for 2017!, Youth Literature Award winners soon to be announced., Nal'ibali Announces Story Bosso Winner, 2017, FunDza's Writer of the Week, Children's Book About Kalk Bay Fishermen Returns To Shelves, Children's Book Celebrates Life of Renowned Polka-Dot Artist, Puku’s look at books - October reads for ages 3 to 5 years…, Read the latest Jade Khan Mystery from FunDza!, SCBWI Seminar: Children’s and Young Adult Books, 2017 National Book Award Finalists revealed, Returning Nature's Words To Children's Books, The importance of reviewing children’s books in African languages, Thanks to volunteers, kids get reading, Local Publisher Speaks out on South Africa's Reading Culture., Discussing The Power of Stories in Education and Literacy, Botlhokwa jwa go seka-seka dibuka tsa bana tsa Setswana, Future Nation Schools Book Fair & Literary Festival, Baby Riav and the Power of Reading., Puku Goes Live!, Julia Donaldson Brings South Africa's ‘UGLY FIVE’ to Life, Digital writing - is the Internet changing the way we write?, Giving heroism a new face with a South African identity, SCBWI Workshop: Collage, by Joan Rankin, Sindiwe Magona Catalogue, The Day Gogo Went to Vote, Puku Story Festival 2017, 25 Children’s Books to Teach Your Kids Meaningful Values, PUKU Afri Kids, Books to help kids understand what it’s like to be a refugee, Heavy screen time alters young brains, What does it mean to be literate in the 21st century?, Learning Tools and Puku Story Festival 2016 - Dr Sindiwe Magona