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NAMIBIA
For Kids
Niger Map
• IGN
MAP
A good, full-color shaded relief map of Niger at a scale of 1:2,000,000 published by the French Geographic Institute. One Side. 35x39 inches.
(AFR38, $16.95) |
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Africa, Cultural Atlas for Young People
• Jocelyn Murray
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
2007 •
HARD COVER
• 96 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A fully illustrated overview of African culture and history by anthropologist Jocelyn Murray (who also wrote the adult version of this book). It covers broad historical and cultural themes and includes a two-page spread on each region throughout the continent. With lots of maps and color photos. Highly recommended as an introduction to all Africa.
(AFR58, $35.00) |
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Eyewitness Elephant
• Ian Redmond
• Dave King
NATURAL HISTORY •
2000 •
HARD COVER
• 63 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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, $16.99) |
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The Elephant Scientist
• Caitlin O'Connell
• Donna M. Jackson
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 Caitlin O'Connell as she observes elephants in Etosha National Park and makes important discoveries about elephant communication.
(NMB21, $17.99) |
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Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales
• Nelson Mandela
LITERATURE •
2007 •
PAPER
• 144 PAGES
• FAMILY
A wide-ranging collection of stories from all over the continent, the majority traditional folktales from Southern Africa. With handsome full-color illustrations throughout, a map, and notes on contributors. A team of expert folklorists, poets and authors transcribe the tales, each selected by Mandela.
(AFR135, $16.95) |
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