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Africa
• David Petersen
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Part of the True Book series, this illustrated, readable volume teaches children about the geography and diverse cultures of Africa. Geared towards younger readers (4-8).
(AFR219, $6.95)
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Africa, Cultural Atlas for Young People
• Jocelyn Murray
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Anthropologist Jocelyn Murray provides an illustrated overview of African cultures and history, including an introduction to the landscape and a two-page spread on each nation.
(AFR58, $35.00)
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Akimbo and the Elephants
• Alexander McCall Smith
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A story for children of the ongoing adventures of 10-year-old Akimbo, whose father is a game warden. By the prolific author of the No. 1 ladies Detective Agency. In this tale, Akimbo comes up with a plan to stop the ivory poachers.
(AFR157, $5.99)
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Akimbo and the Snakes
• Alexander McCall Smith
• LeUyen Pham
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A chapter book for young readers by the astoundingly prolific author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. In this tale, Akimbo visits his uncle's snake farm and meets the deadly green mamba. Geared for 8-9 year olds.
(AFR172, $9.95)
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Ashanti to Zulu, African Traditions
• Leo Dillon
• Diane Dillon
• Margaret Musgrove
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A full-color introduction to 26 different African cultures, arranged from A to Z. Intended for kids ages 9-12, this classic won the Dillons their second Caldecott Medal for best illustration in a children's book.
(AFR73, $6.99)
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Countries of the World: South Africa
• Viriginia Mace
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A vivid introduction to the cultural history, rich biodiversity and varied landscapes of South Africa.
(SAF210, $27.90)
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The Day Gogo Went to Vote
• Elinor Batezat Sisulu
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A richly illustrated, inspiring book. When black South Africans are finally given the right to vote, Thembi goes with his great-grandmother Gogo to vote for the first time in her life.
(SAF212, $6.99)
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Elephant (Eyewitness Books)
• Ian Redmond
• Dave King
• NATURAL HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A vivid introduction to the elephant, in the colorful Eyewitness visual style. With plenty of background on the natural history of the elephant, including description of its behavior and social habits. Geared for children ages 9-12.
(BST44, $15.99)
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Eyewitness Africa
• Yvonne Ayo
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A thoroughly illustrated overview of traditional ways of life throughout Africa, geared for ages 9-12.
(AFR59, $15.99)
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Jamela's Dress
• Niki Daly
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Daly, a native South African, illustrates his mother-daughter tale with local atmosphere and marvelous watercolors. Great for ages 3-6.
(SAF214, $6.95)
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Jock of the Bushveld
• Percy Fitzpatrick
• TRAVEL NARRATIVE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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First published in 1907, these tales of Fitzpatrick's travels with his dog in South Africa are beloved by young and old. This reprint includes the original illustrations.
(SAF211, $38.95)
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Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales
• Nelson Mandela
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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An oversized, illustrated collection of wide-ranging tales from all over the continent, the majority traditional folktales from Southern Africa. A team of expert folklorists, poets and authors transcribe the tales, each selected by Mandela. A family classic.
(AFR135, $16.95)
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No Turning Back, A Novel of South Africa
• Beverley Naidoo
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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The gritty and page-turning story of 12-year-old Sipho and his life in the mean streets of Johannesburg after he runs away from trouble at home. Ages 10-14.
(SAF213, $5.99)
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Out of Bounds: Seven Stories of Conflict and Hope
• Beverley Naidoo
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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A collection of stories about children growing up in apartheid South Africa, all set during the last 50 years.
(SAF173, $16.99)
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Safari, My Trip To Africa
• Susan Hoy
• TRAVEL NARRATIVE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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The journal of Reginald Oliver Smythe, the teddy bear, on safari. Beautifully illustrated, this entertaining, spiral bound book will appeal to little kids on safari.
(AFR70, $26.00)
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Somehow Tenderness Survives: Stories of Southern Africa
• Hazel Rochman
• ANTHOLOGY
• YOUNG ADULTS
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A collection of ten short stories about growing up under apartheid from a diverse group of writers including Nadine Gordimer, Mark Mathaban, Doris Lessing, as well as lesser known South African writers. A good choice for high-schoolers.
(SAF174, $6.99)
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Spud
• John van de Ruit
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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Van der Ruit's spirited young adult novel is set at an elite boarding school as Apartheid is crumbling in 1990.
(SAF201, $8.99)
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The White Giraffe
• Lauren St. John
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Myth mixes with reality on a South African wildlife preserve when young Martine discovers a white giraffe and the dangers which threaten both the animal and her new home.
(SAF182, $6.99)
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Wild Safari Scratch and Sketch
• Heather Zschock
• Kerren Barbas
• NATURAL HISTORY
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Reveal the wildlife of Africa as you copy simple sketches of 20 amazing animals in this fun activity book. The bright colors and fascinating facts are enough to entice any youngster.
(EAF155, $12.99)
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The Year the Gypsies Came
• Linzi Glass
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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Set in 1960s Johannesburg, this young adult novel tells the story of a white girl whose priveleged life is shaken by the arrival of a wandering family into her home and the arrest of a good friend at the hands of the apartheid regime.
(SAF172, $16.95)
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