Mo & the Heart of Africa

By Modadeola Giselle Haastrup

Mo and the Heart of Africa is a vibrant, joyful picture book for children aged 3-8, written and conceived by Mo - one of the UK's youngest published authors, aged just 4 years old. When five extraordinary child heroes discover that Africa is calling, they must journey across the entire continent to protect its most precious treasure - the Heart of Africa itself.

Each hero carries a power rooted in the heritage of their homeland:

Mo (West Africa) - The Leader, whose golden talking drum awakens the voices of ancestors.

Kito (East Africa) - The Adventurer, whose lion-shaped compass summons wild animals and senses danger.

Zola (Southern Africa) - The Peacemaker, whose shimmering rainbow staff unites people and spreads healing.

Amari (Central Africa) - The Nature Keeper, whose leaf pendant regenerates the rainforest and restores dying land.

Jabari (North Africa) - The Historian, whose pyramid medallion reveals ancient secrets and unlocks forgotten knowledge. Together they discover that their roots are not just history, they are a superpower.

A celebration of African heritage, identity and pride, Mo and the Heart of Africa brings the landscapes, traditions, wildlife and spirit of the entire African continent to life in a story that will stay with children and parents long after the last page.

Perfect for: Black History Month, diverse classroom reading, birthday gifts, baby showers, and any child who deserves to see themselves as a hero.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1919285202
• ISBN13: 9781919285207
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Kulturekeepers
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3