I Am Eyes Ni Macho

A parent might reach for this book when they want to gently introduce their child to a world beyond their own, fostering a sense of wonder and global awareness. Through the eyes of a young child in a rural East African village, the story is a simple, poetic celebration of a new morning. Using the repetitive, bilingual refrain "I am eyes. / Ni macho," the child observes the sun, a spiderweb, a goat, and their mother, finding beauty in ordinary details. It's a deeply calming and joyful book for ages 4-8, perfect for cultivating gratitude and showing a positive, loving portrayal of childhood in another culture. The simple Swahili phrases offer a wonderful, accessible entry point into another language.