Mimi’s Village is a moving children's book about global health, resilience, and community action, inspired by real challenges faced in parts of the developing world.
 
Set in a village in Western Kenya, the story follows Mimi, a young girl whose sister falls seriously ill after drinking unclean water. Without a clinic nearby, the family is forced to walk for hours to get medical help—an experience that lights a fire in Mimi to bring change to her village.
Written by Katie Smith Milway, a former aid worker, and brought to life with vivid illustrations by Eugenie Fernandes, this picture book weaves a compelling fictional story with real-world issues. It invites children to understand global inequalities in healthcare and encourages compassion and social responsibility.
 
Perfect for classroom discussions, family reading, or social studies projects, it also includes maps, facts about health challenges in Africa, and practical ideas for young readers to make a difference.
 
💚 Why We Love It at Oak Tree Books
 
Books like Mimi’s Village remind us why stories matter. It doesn’t just introduce children to serious global health issues—it empowers them with hope and shows how one person, even a child, can be a force for change. The story is tender and eye-opening, and the artwork beautifully captures the life and warmth of Mimi’s world.