In this short book for middle schoolers Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton recounts growing up as a Maasai on the Kenyan plains. This book brings readers from Lekuton's mischievous days in northern Kenya up to his decision to go to college in the U.S. Lekuton touches on milestones in Maasai life, especially his first encounter with a lion and circumcision.  (EAF127, $15.95)