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Hoe bly gemsbokke koel in die woestyn? Waarom moet jy nooit ’n brulpadda optel nie? Watter roofdiere het die slimste jagtaktieke? Waar los wie hul dieremis? Ontdek die antwoorde tot dié vrae (en baie ander) in hierdie interessante, prettige boek vir jong natuurliefhebbers. Propvol feite, foto’s van Afrika se diverse natuurlewe (van soogdiere en voëls tot reptiele en insekte) en toets-jou-kennis-aktiwiteite. ’n Interessante, lekkerlees-boek wat die jongspan oor en oor kan geniet – by die huis of in die wildtuin.
Snakes, lizards and tortoises are fascinating creatures, particularly to inquisitive young minds. This book introduces 56 reptiles found in southern Africa and gives visual information about their size, the food they eat and where you are likely to find them. Simple text, written by a reptile expert, offers brief insight into behaviour and habits. My First Book of Southern African Snakes and other Reptiles is designed to appeal to young readers and pre-readers but will also help learners of all ages to improve their knowledge of local languages.
My first book of Southern African Seashore life is the latest title in this successful children's series. The title covers 58 sea creatures and plants that are likely to be seen at the shore. An illustrated introduction gives context to the subject, and then each of the featured specimens gets a vivid, full-colour illustration; simple, informative text; translation into three other languages – Afrikaans, Xhosa and Zulu; visual clues about the creatures' diet, size, distribution round our coast, locomotion and exactly where they live relative to the water line. This beautiful and inspiring introduction to southern Africa’s shores will appeal to children – and parents – of all ages.
My first book of Southern African creepy-crawlies is the newest title in this children's series, and a companion to its sister edition on Southern African Insects. The title covers 58 spiders, snails, millipedes and other creatures (excluding insects) that are likely to be seen around the home and garden. An illustrated introduction gives context to the subject, and then each page features: a vivid, full-colour illustration; clear, informative text and visual clues for both pre- and beginner readers; translation into 3 other languages – Afrikaans, Xhosa and Zulu; simple graphics conveying the creatures’ size, what it eats and when it is active. This illustrated title will introduce everyday creatures to both pre-readers and those beginning to read in their mother tongue.
A new addition to this successful series and a companion volume to My
First Book of Southern African Seashore Life, this book focuses on
creatures that are found within the sea environment, away from the
shore: fi shes; squid; sharks; rays; whales and dolphins; turtles;
seabirds, and other creatures found off-shore. It follows the series
model, with an illustrated introduction giving context to the subject,
and then each page featuring:
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My First Book of Southern African Animal Tracks
(Paperback, New Edition)
Chris Stuart
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My first book of Southern African Animal Tracks introduces 55 different types of animals and the footprints they leave behind.
The animals and birds included are those that you are likely to find on visits to nature reserves or game parks – or even in gardens.
For each species featured, the book gives:
- Life-sized track ‘imprints’
- A full-colour illustration of the animal and a visual size comparison with a human body, arm or hand
- A short description in four languages of each creature and its prints.
This introduction to the intriguing world of tracking will keep children happily absorbed for hours at home or on trips to view wildlife. The text in four languages expands the readership and promotes multilingualism.
My First Book of Southern African Birds
(Paperback, 4th edition)
Erroll Cuthbert; Illustrated by Jennifer Schaum
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This first book of birds introduces children to commonly seen birds of parks gardens and open areas of southern Africa. The lively approach, presenting full-colour illustrations of 58 birds and visual cues to each bird's size, the food it eats, its nest and the footprint it leaves behind, will appeal to both pre-readers and those just starting to read.
Kinders se Slange van Suid-Afrika
(Afrikaans, Paperback)
Johan Marais
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Ontmoet 36 van Suider-Afrika se mees algemene en interessante slange in hierdie lewendige en boeiende kindergids. Ontdek die besondere kenmerkende gewoontes van slange – waar hulle woon, hoe hulle jag, watter gevare hulle bedreig, en hoe hulle hulself beskerm. Meer as 250 bekoorlike foto’s ondersteun die teks. ’n Volledige inleiding tot heelwat kenmerke van die gedrag van slange ontsluit die betowerende wêreld van hierdie wydverspreide reptiele.
African Birds
- To Read, Colour and Keep
(Staple bound)
Sally MacLarty
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Why does the African Jacana have long toes? What colour is the Cape Parrot? Which bird feasts on wild figs? And where does the Diderick Cuckoo lay its eggs?
Children will find the answers to these questions - and lots more interesting facts - while enjoying hours of fun colouring in a selection of our most beautiful birds.
There are more than 40 to colour in, helping budding artists and young children learn something about each as they work through the title. In the middle of the title is a gallery of all the birds, but this time in colour, giving a clear guide as to which crayons or paints to use when colouring in the outlines on the other pages.
My First Book of Southern African Birds: Vol 2
(Paperback, New Edition)
Erroll Cuthbert
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Following the success of My first book of Southern African Birds, volume 2 introduces a further 58 fascinating birds found at the seashore, rivers and lakes, in grasslands and forests, and also in suburban gardens. Striking full-colour illustrations are accompanied by brief descriptions in four languages, and there are visual clues to diet, nest, footprint and each bird’s relative size. This book will appeal to southern Africa's younger readers and inspire an interest in birds and the natural world.
My South African ABC
- Discover South Africa - from Aardvark to Zululand
(Hardcover)
Sandy Lightley
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A is for Aardvark
B is for Bakkie
C is for Cango Caves ...
A lively book to learn your ABC but also a colourfully illustrated
guide to South Africa, its celebrated places and well-known objects.
Seasoned illustrator Sandy Lightley’s bright illustrations bring the
country to life while fostering an awareness of sounds and letters.
There are fun questions about the elements on each page; and a parents’
guide at the back, with addresses and contact numbers, outlines key
activities and places of interest, and will facilitate visits to the
major sights and attractions.
Aimed at tourists and locals alike, this vibrant book will delight and
inform.
My First Book of Mammals
(Paperback, New Edition)
Peter Apps; Illustrated by Jennifer Schaum
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Mammals come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes, from tiny bats and mice to massive elephants and whales. This title introduces a cross-section of southern African mammals - 58 animals illustrated in full colour, along with easy text and visual clues as to the animals' size, their tracks and what they eat.
My First Book Of Southern African Insects
(Paperback, New Edition)
Charmaine Uys; Illustrated by Sally MacLarty
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Children are fascinated by ‘bugs’ of all kinds, and insects are a familiar part of their everyday environment.
Dragonflies and ants, beetles and stick insects, butterflies and bees are just some of the many insects that are found in the home and garden, providing youngsters with a handy introduction to the natural world.
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African Alphabet Wildlife and Number Book
(Hardcover, New Edition)
David du Plessis
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Aimed at 3 to 5 year olds, this title introduces the alphabet and basic numbers and counting through the theme of African wildlife and nature.
Fully illustrated throughout, it is a 'first' book of the alphabet and as such features several single words to represent each letter from A to Z, and wildlife themes to introduce counting. Colourful scenes of the African bushveld, the coast, night-time and river environment reinforce words encountered earlier in the title and help young children to "test" their knowledge while learning about the environment.
Simple activities follow in which children can identify the animals they have seen, match animals to their shapes, identify animal hides, and learn comparisons.
My First Book of Southern African Wildlife
(Paperback, New Edition)
Erroll Cuthbert, Peter Apps
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My First Book of Southern African Wildlife introduces the young reader to a selection of southern Africa's most commonly seen and fascinating wildlife species.
Divided into three sections, the title covers 58 mammals, 58 birds and 56 reptiles. Striking full-colour illustrations are accompanied by brief descriptions in four languages, and there are visual clues to diet, size and habitat of each creature.
This title will appeal to southern Africa's younger readers, and will foster an early interest in the natural world.
Find 50 In The Game Reserve
(Fold-out book or chart, New Edition)
Struik Nature
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This fun, fold-out checklist illustrates 50 of the wild animalsand birds that you may encounter on a trip into one of southern Africa’s game reserves. Children will love lookingat the lively, full-colour illustrations, reading the interestingaccompanying facts, and ticking off each creature as they spot them in the wild.
When Lion Could Fly
- And Other Tales From Africa
(Paperback, New Edition)
Nick Greaves
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Keenly aware of the needless destruction of wildlife and vegetation which occurs all over the continent as a result of ever expanding population growth and the greedy, land hungry actions of man, the author brings together a collection of fables told by different African tribes that mirror the richness and diversity of Africa's wildlife. The stories bring home the message that we are all part of the great diversity of life and that it is up to us and future generations to preserve our natural heritage.
African Seashores
- To Read, Colour And Keep
(Paperback, New Edition)
Sally MacLarty
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Children will enjoy hours of fun colouring in this selection of our most striking seashore life – more than 40 of the brightest, most fascinating, commonly known creatures and plants from our local shores.
In the middle of the book is a full-colour gallery of all the featured shore life, giving a clear guide as to which shade of crayon or paint to use when colouring in the outlined images throughout the book.
As they work through the book, budding artists and inquisitive children will also be able to pick up snippets of knowledge about the creatures, such as how the colourful sea anemone overpowers its prey; whether the sponge is an animal; how the starfish pulls its stomach outside of its body to eat; why the hermit crab's homes are all second-hand; and the bag of tricks used by that master of disguise, the octopus.
When Elephant Was King
- And Other Tales from Africa
(Paperback, New Edition)
Nick Greaves
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In this series, traditional African fables about elephants, hippos, lions and other animals of the African bush are combined with factual information about them and their conservation. Keenly aware of the needless destruction of wildlife and vegetation which occurs all over the continent as a result of ever expanding population growth and the greedy, land hungry actions of man, the author brings together a collection of fables told by different African tribes that mirror the richness and diversity of Africa's wildlife. The stories bring home the message that we are all part of the great diversity of life and that it is up to us and future generations to preserve our natural heritage.
My First Book Of East African Birds
(Paperback, New Edition)
Dave Richards
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This first book of birds introduces children to the birds most commonly seen in gardens and wildlife areas in East Africa. The 58 birds are featured in full colour illustrations, with visual cues to each birds size, the food it eats, its nest and the footprint it leaves behind. This lively approach will appeal to young readers, as well as to learners of all ages who wish to improve their knowledge of other languages.
Find 50 in the National Parks
- Have Fun Exploring East Africa!
(Pamphlet)
Struik Nature
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This checklist of 50 fascinating animals, including mammals, reptiles, birds and insects, will liven up any trip to East Africa's national parks. Children will have great fun ticking off these creatures as they discover them, reading about each one and studying the beautiful, full-colour illustrations.
Bird Calls for Beginners of Southern Africa
(Paperback)
Doug Newman
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How many of the more common birds of southern African can you identify from their calls?
Birdsong is everywhere, whether we live in the city or in the country. Without the musical backdrop of our feathered friends, our gardens, parks and fields would be relatively silent – and much the poorer for it. Often we hear their calls, but cannot see the birds making them.
Curly The Chameleon
(Paperback, New Edition)
Charles De Villiers, Claire Norden
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A delightful, captivating story about the adventures of a garden chameleon, told in rhyming verse. Comes with a full page of stickers to encourage further engagement with the story.
The drawings are by Claire Norden who has a proven track record in illustrating children's books. Her bright, evocative, playful images stimulate the imagination and draw readers in.
The text offers insight into the real-life traits and habits of the common dwarf chameleon. An engaging adventure tale, it includes elements of unseen danger, narrow escapes, impending disaster and ultimate triumph.
This second title in Struik Nature's 'Original African Tale' series – set to become local classics – will have wide popular appeal with children and parents alike.
Also available in Afrikaans.