Jambo Means Hello Swahili Alphabet Book Author:Muriel L. Feelings, Tom Feelings (Illustrator) Here is an introduction not only to the letters of the alphabet, but also to another language and culture. Each of the twenty-four letters (there are no q or x sounds in Swahili) is represented by a Swahili word, a clear phonetic pronunciation guide, and an explanation of how the word fits into African life. — Gorgeous pencil and ink illustration... more »s help give young African-Americans a glimpse of their heritage.« less