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FATHER'S DAY

City of Fortune, How Venice Ruled the Seas

Roger Crowley

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PROVENCE & THE COTE D'AZUR

A Pig in Provence: Good Food and Simple Pleasures in the South of France

Georgeanne Brennan

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OUR FAVORITES

Arctic Dreams

Barry Lopez

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PENGUIN CLASSICS

The Log from the Sea of Cortez

John Steinbeck

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SOUTH AFRICA & NAMIBIA: DIAMONDS & DESERT DUNES

For Kids

Niger Map


by IGN

  • MAP

A good, full-color shaded relief map of Niger at a scale of 1:2,000,000. (AFR38, $16.95)

A South African Night


by Rachel Isadora

  • LITERATURE
  • 1998
  • HARD COVER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Twilight in Johannesburg, South Africa, finds the bustle of the city beginning to subside. Work is over and it is time to sleep. But in nearby Kruger National Park, the setting sun beckons the animals and their young from the bush, to hunt, to graze, and to cool off in the night air. Full color illustrations. (SAF243, $17.99)

Akimbo and the Baboons

Akimbo and the Baboons


by Alexander McCall Smith

  • LITERATURE
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER
  • 68 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A chapter book for young readers by the prolific author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. A visiting scientist invites Akimbo and his cousin to study baboons in the African bush, but danger lurks in the form of a black leopard. (AFR248, $9.99)

Akimbo and the Elephants

Akimbo and the Elephants


by Alexander McCall Smith

  • LITERATURE
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 68 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

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, $9.99)

Akimbo and the Snakes

Akimbo and the Snakes


by Alexander McCall Smith | LeUyen Pham

  • LITERATURE
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 80 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

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)

Jamela's Dress


by Niki Daly

  • LITERATURE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Daly, a native South African, illustrates his mother-daughter tale with local atmosphere and marvelous watercolors. Great for ages 3-6. (SAF214, $6.95)

Safari, My Trip To Africa

Safari, My Trip To Africa


by Susan Hoy

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 1995
  • HARD COVER
  • 80 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

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)

Soccer World: South Africa, Explore the World Through Soccer

Soccer World: South Africa, Explore the World Through Soccer


by Ethan Zohn | David Rosenberg

  • SPORT
  • 2010
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Follow professional soccer player Zohn as he explores the ancient caves and wildlife preserves of South Africa. For ages 5-7. (SAF272, $14.95)

South Africa the People


by Domini Clark

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

From the city to rural outposts, the years of Apartheid and thrilling present, this book introduces youngsters to the the people and history of South Africa. With color photographs. (SAF246, $8.95)

The Day Gogo Went to Vote


by Elinor Batezat Sisulu

  • LITERATURE
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

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)

Wild Safari Scratch and Sketch


by Heather Zschock | Kerren Barbas

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2005
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

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)

Africa, Cultural Atlas for Young People

Africa, Cultural Atlas for Young People


by Jocelyn Murray

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 96 PAGES
  • 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)

Ashanti to Zulu, African Traditions

Ashanti to Zulu, African Traditions


by Leo Dillon | Diane Dillon | Margaret Musgrove

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 1976
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

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)

Countries of the World: South Africa


by Viriginia Mace

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A vivid introduction to the cultural history, rich biodiversity and varied landscapes of South Africa. For middle readers. (SAF210, $27.90)

Eyewitness Elephant

Eyewitness Elephant


by Ian Redmond | Dave King

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2000
  • HARD COVER
  • 63 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

With plenty of background on the natural history of the elephant, including description of its behavior and social habits. (BST44, $16.99)

Out of Bounds: Seven Stories of Conflict and Hope

Out of Bounds: Seven Stories of Conflict and Hope


by Beverley Naidoo

  • LITERATURE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 175 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

For almost 50 years, apartheid forced the young people of South Africa to live apart as Blacks, Whites, Indians and "Coloreds." These stories by Carnegie Medalist Naidoo dramatize young people's choices in a beautiful country made ugly by injustice. Each short story is set in a different decade during the turbulent years from 1948 to 2000, and portrays powerful fictional characters caught up in very real events. (SAF173, $6.99)

The White Giraffe

The White Giraffe


by Lauren St. John

  • LITERATURE
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 192 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

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)

Spud

Spud


by John van de Ruit

  • LITERATURE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 336 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

Van der Ruit's spirited young adult novel follows a boy's hilarious steps towards manhood in an elite boarding school as Apartheid is crumbling in 1990. (SAF201, $9.99)

The Year the Gypsies Came

The Year the Gypsies Came


by Linzi Glass

  • LITERATURE
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 260 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

Set in 1960s Johannesburg, this young adult novel tells the story of a white girl whose privileged 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)

Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales

Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales


by Nelson Mandela

  • LITERATURE
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 144 PAGES
  • FAMILY

A team of folklorists, poets and authors present these wide-ranging, beautifully illustrated tales from all over the continent, including many traditional stories from Nelson Mandela's youth. (AFR135, $16.95)

 

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