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Jolly ReadingHansel and GretelHello, boys and girls. You're welcome to another episode of Jolly reading with Mr. Namse. Today, I'll be taking you on a journey with Hansel and Gretel. Hansel and Gretel is a popular folktale that has been written in different forms and rewritten over the years. I have this version to read to you.***Hansel and his younger sister Gretel, lived with their father and stepmother near a forest. One day, their father, who was a poor woodcutter, said to his wife, "We do not have enough money to buy food for all of us."2022-08-0906 min
Jolly ReadingAnansi the Spider - A Ghanaian folktaleJoin Namse in this episode of Jolly Reading as he reads excerpts from Gerald Dermott's book titled, Anansi the Spider. It is the tale of a popular trickster from the folktales of Ghana's Ashanti land.You can grab yourself a copy of the book from Amazon here. You can also recommend more stories for Namse to read on the show. Just send him an email over at namse.udosen@ayambalitcast.com, or message him on one of our social media channels. 2022-07-2604 min
Jolly ReadingDo As You're Told Baji! by Lola ShoneyinIn this episode of Jolly Reading, Namse covers a book titled Do As You're Told Baji! by Lola Shoneyin. It is the tale of a young boy named Baji and his weekend trip to Kwoi in Kaduna State. Find out what mischief he gets up to.If you like the story, grab yourself a copy of Do As You're Told Baji! from Ouida Books here. To recommend books for Namse to read on the show, send him an email over at namse.udosen@ayambalitcast.com. 2022-06-1105 min
Jolly ReadingThe Alternative Playground by Rejoice Tanko, Hussain Zajuru and Balkis YusufIn this episode of Jolly Reading, Namse covers a book titled The Alternative Playground, written by Rejoice Tanko, Hussain Zajuru and Balkis Yusuf. Something happens that threatens to separate two friends. Listen to the show to find out what and see if you guess what the alternative playground is. To recommend books for Namse to read, send him an email over at namse.udosen@ayambalitcast.com.2022-05-1503 min
Jolly ReadingThe Two Friends and the Wild PigIn this episode of Jolly Reading, Namse reads a folktale titled The Two Friends and the Wild Pig. Discover what happens to the friends during their encounter with the wild animal and see if you can figure out the moral of the story yourself. Namse will make sure to let you know whether you got it right.Want to hear Namse read your favourite children's story or folktale? Then let him know via email at namse.udosen@ayambalitcast.com.2022-04-2302 min
Jolly ReadingThe Hawk and the OwlIt is World Folktales and Fables Week and Jolly Reading is celebrating it with stories from around Nigeria. Join Namse and friends as they delve into our cultural heritage.In the fifth episode of the Jolly Reading - World Folktale and Fables Week Special, we are regaled with a tale from Calabar titled, The Hawk and the Owl. Discover why hawks have a taste for a particular prey.This tale was narrated by Jessica Chat Paul. Enjoy!2022-03-2506 min
Jolly ReadingKaza da MageIt is World Folktales and Fables Week and Jolly Reading is celebrating it with stories from around Nigeria. Join Namse and friends as they delve into our cultural heritage.On the sixth and final episode of the Jolly Reading - World Folktale and Fables Week Special, we do something a little different. Namse brings you the tale titled, Kaza da Mage. It was narrated by Saadatu Malumfashi and Elina Augustine Jiwul in Hausa and English respectively.Enjoy and let us know what you think.2022-03-1504 min
Jolly ReadingOduduwa and Obatala (The origin of Mankind)It is World Folktales and Fables Week and we are celebrating it with stories from Nigeria and outside the shores of the country. Here, you will learn what the word folktale means and of course, enjoy as one is being read to you.This is the first episode in a series of six (6). It is a folktale about Oduduwa and his brother, Obatala and how they were sent down from the skies by Olodumare in order to create Earth.This piece was read by Mandrel Mykels. Enjoy!2022-03-1503 min
Jolly ReadingWhy the Tortoise has a Cracked ShellIt is World Folktales and Fables Week and Jolly Reading is celebrating it with stories from around Nigeria. Join Namse and friends as they delve into our cultural heritage.In the second episode of the World Folktale and Fables Week Special, we explore the myth behind the natural, fluid pattern on a tortoise’s shell. The tale includes feasts in the sky and much more.This piece was narrated by Nabilah. Enjoy!2022-03-1402 min
Jolly ReadingThe Sun and the SeaIt is World Folktales and Fables Week and Jolly Reading is celebrating it with stories from around Nigeria. Join Namse and friends as they delve into our cultural heritage.In the third episode of the World Folktale and Fables Week Special, we discover the tale of The Sun and the Sea. Ever wondered why there is so much distance between the sun and the sea? Then listen to this episode.This piece was narrated by Blessing Akpan. Enjoy!2022-03-1402 min
Jolly ReadingIsantim the Hippo and the TortoiseIt is World Folktales and Fables Week and Jolly Reading is celebrating it with stories from around Nigeria. Join Namse and friends as they delve into our cultural heritage.In episode four of the Jolly Reading - World Folktale and Fables Week Special, we find ourselves whisked to the land of the Ibibio. The cunning Tortoise returns with new tricks up his sleeves and this time he has his sights set on Hippo. Listen to the show to find out how the story unfolds. This tale was narrated by Namse Udosen. Enjoy!2022-03-1403 min
Jolly ReadingMuniini, The Weeping Bean by Twinomugisha RachealTune in and listen as Namse delights your ears as he reads Muniini, the weeping bean by Twinomugisha Racheal.2022-02-0505 min
Jolly ReadingMs. Joana's Rules by Maryam AwaisuIn this delightful episode, Namse reads the book Ms Joana's Rules by Maryam Awaisu. Fun fact: The book was shortlisted for the 2018 African Writers Award.Enjoy!2021-11-2707 min
Jolly ReadingTortoise and Snail by Olusegun ObasanjoIn this episode, Namse reads the story of Tortoise and Snail, authored by former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo.It is a tale that will leave you gasping with laughter. As usual, tortoise does not disappoint. Do listen!2021-08-2304 min
Jolly ReadingTara Bakes Grandma's Cupcakes By Monsurah Alli-OluwafuyiIn this wonderful episode, Namse reads the book Tara Bakes Grandma's Cupcakes by Monsurah Alli-Oluwafuyi2021-08-1205 min
Jolly ReadingIntroduction to Jolly Reading with NamseJolly Reading with Namse will review children's books and give tips on how to build literacy and critical thinking skills.Listen to this introduction as Namse whets your appetite in expectation of what is to come.Enjoy!2021-08-1200 min