Books like Masai and I by Virginia L. Kroll
Linda, a little girl who lives in the city, learns about East Africa and the Masai in school and imagines what her life might be like if she were Masai. She dreams of the freedom and lifestyle of the Masai, who are often depicted as warriors. After watching a documentary about the Masai, she decides to become a Maasai. She practices their dance and joins a Maasai school. Linda's journey from the city to the Masai tribe is a coming-of-age story that explores cultural exchange and the differences between two worlds.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Virginia L. Kroll
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