Hagedash the Hadeda, by Charles de Villiers and Claire Norden

A captivating story, told in rhyming verse, about a hadeda who loves to sing. The cast is drawn from the comical birds children see every day on garden lawns throughout the country.

The text offers insight into the real-life traits and habits of hadedas and tells the story of Hagedash, her happy meeting with Hagar and their growing family. The initially tranquil scene builds up to a great commotion, but it all ends peacefully.

The book comes with a full page of stickers to encourage further engagement with the story.

This is the third title in Struik Nature's 'Original African Tale' series illustrated by Claire Norden - set to become local classics. Look out for A Scarlet Tale and Curly the Chameleon too. All these titles are also available in Afrikaans.

Charles de Villiers works in computer systems design and is a published science writer.

His ready and whimsical sense of humour finds focus in children's verse.

Claire Norden has made a name for herself in the field of children's book illustration, and her bold, colourful artwork is widely known and loved.