ZIKORA and the Robot Lion of Enugu
ADEWALEEBUNOLUWA.ELIJAH
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STEM. Strength. Spirit. Welcome to Enugu, Nigeria, where courage meets creativity. Join young inventor Zikora in this inspiring, STEM-powered adventure as she dares to dream bigger than anyone thought possible. When a national robotics competition challenges students to build machines that reflect African heritage, Zikora sets her sights on a bold idea: a majestic, roaring robot lion that represents the heart and pride of her hometown. Faced with skepticism, especially as a girl in tech, Zikora must rally a diverse team, hunt for spare parts in the bustling markets of Enugu, master coding languages like Python and Arduino C, and overcome setbacks that threaten to short-circuit her vision. But with resilience, teamwork, and a little help from her engineer mom and community mentors, Zikora proves that no dream is too wild to bring to life. ✨ STEM learning has never felt so alive. Packed with hands-on lessons in robotics, coding, and design thinking, plus fun STEM facts and a bonus DIY challenge, this vibrant tale empowers kids to build, create, and believe in themselves. Perfect for readers aged 7-12 who love science, engineering, or simply a good story about grit, innovation, and African pride. Ideal for classrooms, STEM clubs, and families seeking powerful representation and inspiration. "Great dreams roar louder when fueled by courage." - Elijah A. Ebunoluwa Part of the acclaimed STEM Exploration Books Africa series.