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This lively activity book is jam-packed with puzzles, crosswords,
quizzes, mazes and word games about African mammals, as well as
interesting facts and did-you-knows. Over 70 species feature – from the
towering giraffe to the tiny naked mole-rat. Ideal for children aged
6–9 years, this colourful, interactive book strikes a balance between
simple activities, such as find-the-way, spot-the-difference and
odd-one-out, and more challenging brainteasers as children read on and
learn about African wildlife.
Crazy creatures in this bonkers book of mixed-up safari animals from bestselling, award-winning illustrator, Axel Scheffler What do you get if you cross an elephant with a lion? Why, that would be a elephon! And a zebra with a crocodile? That would be a zebodile, of course! With over 121 possible creations, silly names and strange noises to make you giggle, this Flip Flap book is perfect for preschoolers and ideal for animal fans. With a hilarious rhyming text and brilliant artwork from the illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series, Axel Scheffler, simply flip the pages to create some seriously silly mixed-up safari animals! Other titles in the series include: Farm, Jungle, Pets, Ocean, Dinosaurs, Frozen, Minibeasts
Serengeti safari is the second book in the popular Animal adventures in Africa series following on the release of the highly acclaimed An elephant’s tail in 2008. With the global focus on the environment and ‘going green’, this series is extremely popular with parents, educators and children alike. It is printed on 100% recycled paper and is aimed at children between 8 and 11 years old. The story follows the same five little animal friends who set out on another big adventure to see the migration of the Serengeti.
There are lots of animals to see on safari. Where are they hiding and what are they doing? In this innovative lift-the-flap book, little ones can pore over the beautiful collaged pages and explore under leaves, trees and rocks to find out interesting facts about safari wildlife. This is the perfect introduction to the outdoors.
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.
How does a gemsbok stay cool in the desert? Why should you never pick up a bullfrog? Which predators have the cleverest hunting techniques? Why do animals leave droppings in the veld? The answers to these and many other questions can be found in this informative and entertaining book for young nature lovers. Jam-packed with fascinating facts and photographs of animals in the wild, it introduces younger readers to the wide diversity of Africa's wildlife, from mammals and birds to reptiles and insects, and much more. Additional fact boxes, did-you-knows and fun activities make this a book that can be enjoyed over and over again - whether at home or on an African safari.
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.
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. This book presents:
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.
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.
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.
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 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 First Book Of Southern African Seashore Life
(Paperback, New Edition)
Roberta Griffiths
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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 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.
A Bushwise Safari
- A Young Explorer's Guide To The Bushveld
(Paperback)
Nadine Clarke
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In this first title, A Bushveld Safari, Jabu the Shangaan guide takes the reader on a trail through the lowveld, or more specifically, through the Kruger National park. Chapters are organised to illuminate a range of topics, such as 'Bushveld supermarket' (items from nature that have practical applications), 'Feeding levels' (showing how and where different animals feed - from roots and grass through to the tree tops), 'Self defence' (how animals defend themselves), and 'The night shift' (focusing on the habits of nocturnal animals). In each scenario, Jabu discusses the balance and efficiency of nature, points out its extraordinary features , and explains how people have, in the past, lived in harmony with nature - and why it's important for us to continue to do so.
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.
Kids' Snakes of Southern Africa
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Johan Marais
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Meet 36 of southern Africa’s most common and interesting snakes in this lively and engaging kids’ guide. Discover the intriguing habits of snakes – where they live, how they hunt, what dangers they face, and how they protect themselves, all richly supported by more than 250 captivating photographs. A detailed introduction to many aspects of snake behaviour opens up the fascinating world of these widely misunderstood reptiles.
African Wildlife
- To Read, Colour and Keep
(Paperback)
Amanda de Wet
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Children will enjoy hours of fun coloring in this selection of our most beautiful wildlife. There are more than 40 to color in ― each animal accompanied by an interesting caption ― to help budding artists and young naturalists learn something about each as they work through the book. In the middle of the book is a gallery of all the wildlife in full color, providing a clear guide as to which crayons or paints to use when coloring in the outlines on the other pages.
My Little Book About Wild Animals (Safari)
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My Little Village is a groundbreaking new series which combines the world of books with the world of toys and games.
Each box contains a selection of high-quality wooden toys, a sturdy and colourfulpuzzle, as well as a 64-page fully photographic introduction to the subject aimed at the curious 3-5 year old age group. We strive to use our packaging in the most interesting way possible. In My Little Village, each box transforms into something essential for the specific title.
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.
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.
Felt Friends: Hello Safari!
(Paperback)
Barbi Sido
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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.