About This Book
In this classic Ashanti folktale, the notoriously cunning Ananse the spider invites Akye the turtle to a feast, but his true intention is to eat all the food himself. Ananse devises a clever trick to send Akye away hungry, only for Akye to later turn the tables with his own ingenious plan for revenge. This story is a wonderful introduction to West African folklore and the trickster archetype, offering a lighthearted yet impactful lesson on fairness, sharing, and the consequences of greed. It's suitable for children aged 4-11, sparking conversations about justice and clever problem-solving.
Unwilling to share his feast, Ananse the spider tricks Akye the turtle so that he can eat all the food himself, but Akye finds a way to get even.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What did Ananse do that was unfair to Akye? How do you think Akye felt?
2
Why do you think Ananse didn't want to share his food?
3
How did Akye get even with Ananse? Was his plan fair?
4
What does this story teach us about sharing and treating others?
5
Have you ever felt like someone was unfair to you? What did you do?
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