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Africa, Cultural Atlas for Young People
Jocelyn Murray
CULTURAL PORTRAIT
MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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)
Bats
Sue Ruff
Don E. Wilson
NATURAL HISTORY
MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
An illustrated, surprisingly endearing survey of bats, their ecology, distribution and diversity for ages 9-12. A volume in the series "Animal Ways" intended for the library market (hence the sturdy binding and high price tag).
(BST63, $34.21)
Big Cats
Seymour Simon
NATURAL HISTORY
YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
A full-color introduction to the life of big cats around the world, including the tiger, lion, leopard, puma, cheetah, jaguar, and snow leopard. Intended for children ages 4-8.
(BST46, $6.99)
Elephant (Eyewitness Books)
Ian Redmond
Dave King
NATURAL HISTORY
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, $15.99)
Eyewitness Africa
Yvonne Ayo
CULTURAL PORTRAIT
MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A thoroughly illustrated overview of traditional ways of life throughout Africa, geared for ages 9-12.
(AFR59, $15.99)
Going Solo
Roald Dahl
BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
YOUNG ADULTS
Both young and old will delight in Dahl's recollections of his adventures as a WWII-era Royal Air Force pilot in Tanzania and Greece.
(EAF78, $6.99)
Jambo Means Hello, Swahili Alphabet Book
Muriel Feelings
Tom Feelings
LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS
YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
A highly recommended introduction to the people and culture of East Africa -- and basic words in Swahili -- for younger readers, ages 4-8.
(EAF100, $6.99)
Moja Means One, Swahili Counting Book
Muriel Feelings
Tom Feelings
CULTURAL PORTRAIT
YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
Tom provides richly detailed illustrations to accompany Muriel's presentation of the numbers one to ten in Swahili. Intended for children ages 4-8, it's a nice introduction to the culture of East Africa.
(EAF99, $6.99)
Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales
Nelson Mandela
LITERATURE
FAMILY
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)
The Serengeti Migration, Africa's Animals on the Move
Lisa Lindblad
Sven-Olof Lindblad
NATURAL HISTORY
MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A portfolio of dazzling photographs, with just enough text to explain them, the dramatic close-up portraits and stunning landscapes will captivate the whole family. Ages 8-12.
(EAF57, $15.95)
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