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Empires of Medieval West Africa: Ghana, Mali, and Songhay


by David C. Conrad

  • HISTORY
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER
  • 128 PAGES

An authoritative survey of the history, traditions and cultures of the Mali, Songhay, and Ghana empires and the western horn of Africa, greared for school libraries but a terrific overview. (WAF82, $35.00)

Desert Elephants

Desert Elephants


by Helen Cowcher

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2011
  • HARD COVER
  • 40 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A beautifully illustrated story of the desert elephants of Mali, who travel a 300-mile route in search of water, and of the local people, who are determined to continue to preserve their coexistence with the elephants. For ages 5-8. (WAF154, $16.99)

I Come from Ivory Coast

I Come from Ivory Coast


by Valerie J. Weber

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 24 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

An immigrant story for readers ages 7 to 9, told in a child's own words. (WAF135, $22.00)

Uncommon Traveler, Mary Kingsley in Africa


by Don Brown

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2000
  • HARD COVER
  • 30 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A biography of the intrepid Victorian traveler for younger readers. (WAF57, $16.00)

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in Peoples Ears, A West African Tale


by Verna Aardema

  • LITERATURE
  • 1978
  • PAPER
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

One in a series of brightly illustrated, rhyming tales for young children set in Africa. One in a series of brightly illustrated, rhyming tales for young children set in Africa. A Caldecott Medal winner, this retelling of a traditional West African tale reveals how the mosquito developed its annoying habit. (WAF142, $7.99)

52 Days by Camel, My Sahara Adventure

52 Days by Camel, My Sahara Adventure


by Debora Pearson | Lawrie Raskin

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 88 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A Saharan travelogue, illustrated with color photos, for children ages 8 to 12. (NAF11, $14.95)

African Wildlife Trivia

African Wildlife Trivia


by Dawid van Lill

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 128 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Full of facts and fun, this primer on the insects, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds of Africa contains eye-catching illustrations and information on African geography--a great introduction for kids and their parents. (AFR227, $11.95)

Kings and Queens of West Africa


by Sylvianne Anna Diouf

  • HISTORY
  • 2000
  • PAPER
  • 64 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

The lives of influential and remarkable rulers of West African kingdoms, retold for 9-12 year-olds. (AFR119, $8.95)

Mansa Musa


by Khephra Burns | Leo Dillon | Diane Dillon

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2001
  • HARD COVER
  • 56 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A stand-out juvenile biography of a 14th-century West African king. (WAF60, $18.00)

The Manatee Scientists, The Science of Saving the Vulnerable


by Peter Lourie

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2011
  • HARD COVER
  • 80 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Colorful and informative, this volume in the popular series for ages 10 and up follows scientists working to rescue manatees in Florida, Senegal and the Amazon. (BST193, $18.99)

The Village That Vanished


by Ann Grifalconi

  • LITERATURE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 40 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Young Abikanile and her mother lead their village in a daring and ingenious escape from a band of slave traders. The message of faith and cooperation will inspire young readers. (WAF111, $6.99)

Why Leopard Has Spots, Dan Stories from Liberia

Why Leopard Has Spots, Dan Stories from Liberia


by Won-Ldy Paye

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • 50 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

These never-before published myths from the Dan ethnic group of Liberia are accompanied by traditional black-and-white illustrations. Highlights include: The Talking Vegetables and Why Spider Has a Big Butt. (WAF123, $12.95)

Nzingha, Warrior Queen of Matamba


by Patricia McKissack

  • LITERATURE
  • 2000
  • HARD COVER
  • 136 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

Geared for young adults, this fictionalized diary , geared for young adults, illuminates the stuggle of the Mbundu against Portugueses slave traders and the life of of the unconventional sixteenth-century warrior queen of Angola. (WAF64, $10.95)

West Africa, Peoples and Cultures of Africa

West Africa, Peoples and Cultures of Africa


by Peter ( Mitchell

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 112 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This geographically organized introduction to the African continent includes coverage of ethnic groups, performing arts, literature, religion, social life and customs. Each volume in this set, geared toward young adults, includes color photographs and illustrations. (WAF144, $39.00)

 

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