Sewing and thinking
“My mother taught me how to embroider. I usually sit and think about life here in Gambia. It’s good that we are at peace. War is most dangerous for children, because it splits families,” says Isatou, 10.

Tick-tock tactical training
“This is a football game. We get into teams and practice tactics. We learn other skills that are useful in real football too. We never do it alone – there are always people watching. We use a marble as the football. Right now I’m Real Madrid playing against Barcelona,” says Mamadou, 10.

Music performance
When Ilo, 15, plays his ritti, everyone in the village gathers to listen. The ritti has strings, but it also amplifies his voice when he sings. He is singing about how a woman who is hungry can never be free.

Crochet hairbands
“My mother taught me to crochet, and I do it with my friends. Tostan has taught us that we have to work hard to have a good life. We can’t just sit around waiting,” says Fanta, 7.

25-boxes
“This is a social game. You’re not allowed to touch one another, and if you do then you’re out. Lots of people can play but only four people run at a time,” explains Hawh, 13.