This summer, we have a challenge for families: have a rummage!
Search your bookshelves, cupboards and memory boxes for those well-loved stories your children couldn’t put down. You may rediscover an old favourite—or perhaps it’s time to add a new one to the collection. Books are more than stories. They are windows into culture, heritage and identity.
Across Africa and the Caribbean, storytelling has long passed on history, values and traditions. Today’s children’s books continue that legacy, introducing young readers to vibrant cultures through folklore, food, family life, languages, celebrations and unforgettable adventures.
The collection below showcases just some of the inspiring titles written by CALFE authors. Together they celebrate African and Caribbean heritage through magical tales, everyday experiences, traditional stories, alphabet books, fashion, food and courageous young characters. Make Every Story an Adventure. After reading together, keep the conversation going by asking:
* Where does the story take place?
* What foods or traditions did you discover?
* Which character did you relate to most?
* Can you find the country on a map?
* Is there another African or Caribbean story you’d like to explore? You might even be inspired to cook a new dish, learn a traditional song or tell a family story of your own.
#The Rummage Challenge OR visit our store! This summer:
Rediscover one book you already own.
Read one new story celebrating African or Caribbean heritage.
Share what you’ve learned with family and friends. Because every book opens a door—to imagination, belonging and a deeper understanding of the world.
So, have a rummage. You never know what treasures are hidden in that bookshelf!