# Why Mosquitoes Buzz in Peoples Ear : A West African Tale

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- Authors: [Verna Aardema](https://www.bookquiver.com/verna-aardema)
- Language: en_IN
- Published: 2024-08-01

## Description

“In this Caldecott Medal winner, Mosquito tells a story that causes a jungle disaster. “Elegance has become the Dillons’ hallmark. . . . Matching the art is Aardema’s uniquely onomatopoeic text . . . An impressive showpiece.” – Booklist, starred review. Winner of Caldecott Medal in 1976 and the Brooklyn Art Books for Children Award in 1977.

## Editions

### Why Mosquitoes Buzz in Peoples Ear : A West African Tale

- Publisher: puffin_books
- ISBN: 979-82-1711-099-5
- Pages: 32
- Published: 2024-08-01
- Language: en_IN