Author strives to promote reading in all languages
When asked why the book was translated into two more languages, Jennifer Carrol said that she saw a dire need for more reading material in Afrikaans and isiZulu.
Local author and illustrator Jennifer Carrol is breaking language barriers with her children’s book – Sleepover at Grandma.
Carrol recently visited Pennington with her new book, and last Friday she paid Scottburgh a visit with Afrikaans and isiZulu copies.
The books in all three languages were on display at Kai Kaffe in Scottburgh, and there was an opportunity to meet and greet the author.
When asked why the book was translated into two more languages, Carrol said that she saw a dire need for more reading material in Afrikaans and isiZulu.
“I was at a library for a book signing and realised that there was a very small number of books in these languages,” she explained.
“Reading is very important for child development, so in order to get more children to read, I chose to create material that they can understand.”
The author mentioned that she is also grateful for all the love and support shown in Scottburgh and surrounding areas.
The book is ADHD and neurodivergent friendly, and helps promote routine and predictability for anxious young children.
This book is part of a seven book series, and Carrol is working on the next children’s book which will be released in the near future.
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