The Talking Tree: A West African Tale of Peace and Listening, (Paperback)

When two villages stop listening, an ancient tree speaks up.<p>Between two proud West African villages lies a shared meadow - and a growing dispute. Each village claims it as their own, and the arguments grow louder every day. Fences go up. Friendships fade. The children can no longer play together.</p><p>Then something extraordinary happens. The ancient baobab tree at the heart of the meadow begins to speak, reminding both villages of a time when they shared everything - food, songs, and stories under its branches. Inspired by the tree's wisdom, the children take the lead, introducing a talking stick that ensures every voice is heard.</p><p>Through patience, listening, and the courage of its youngest members, the two villages rediscover that peace grows when we make room for each other. A timeless story about conflict resolution, community, and the power of listening.</p><p><b>Perfect for: </b> ages 3-8, read-aloud, classroom discussions about peace, listening, and resolving disagreements, social-emotional learning, and any family that's ever tried to teach a child how to wait their turn to speak.</p><p>A portion of proceeds from every Pawa Seyni book supports the Sen Yakaar Foundation, bringing books and learning resources to children across the West African diaspora. Learn more at senyakaar.org.</p><p>Published by Pawa Publishing.</p>

• The Talking Tree: A West African Tale of Peace and Listening, (Paperback)
• Author: Pawa Publishing
• ISBN: 9781069462817
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-09-15
• Page Count: 34