Kwame's Magic Quest
What if Hogwarts was in Ghana? Kwame starts at Nkonyaa School where every child receives a magic calabash. But Kwame's powers don't work like anyone else's — and that turns out to be exactly what makes him special.
Four illustrated chapter books blending Ghanaian folklore, friendship, and magical adventure. Published by Scholastic Branches — designed for newly independent readers building confidence with longer stories.
The Series
Kwame's Magic Quest #1: Rise of the Green Flame
Kwame is SO excited to start magic school! But when he gets his calabash, nothing happens. What if he has no magic? Then his friend Fifi starts acting really strange...
Book 1
Kwame's Magic Quest #2: Race to the Magic Mountain
Kwame's friend Fifi has been turned into a green flame by evil magic! Now Kwame has to race to the Magic Mountain before it's too late.
Book 2
Kwame's Magic Quest #3: Bite of the Kaba Lagoon
The magic tree is dying and Kwame's friends are getting the blame! He has to go to the scary Kaba Lagoon to find something that can save everyone.
Book 3
Kwame's Magic Quest #4: Curse of the Akoma Stone
It's time for the Nkonyaa Games — magic competitions! But a mysterious new teacher arrives, and suddenly students are being turned to stone...
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What readers say
“I found him reading under the duvet with a torch because he wanted to finish one more chapter.”
— Parent
“A great option for children who are starting to build confidence with longer books.”
— Teacher
“My son was genuinely disappointed when we reached the final page.”
— Parent