What do a quick-witted and brave little girl, a preying mantis, a spider, a bird and even a chimpanzee have in common? Why, of course, the desire to solve a mystery, to find and help the little elephant who has lost an eye! "The Elephant who lost an Eye" is an illustrated adaption of a traditional West African story about kindness, patience and persistence, and of course, the resourcefulness of a clever little girl. At the core of this unique tale is a simple message about taking chances and finding solutions. Come on a journey with Khaie and her friends and see if you can ultimately solve the riddle that will solve their quest! Inspired by a traditonal West African tale and encounters with story tellers and adventures in the heart of West Africa, this extraordinary, beautiful illustrated book paints a picture born among the people, landscapes, and colors of the magical amd mysterious chiefdoms of Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia. Can you solve the riddle of "The Elephant who lost an Eye"? The "The Elephant who lost an Eye" is an inspirational and visual treat to come back to again and again, a book to enjoy and to share, a book for children of all ages, and a book for you!