Theme: Monkey

A Hippo’s Tale

By Rebecca Ballenger | Published: October 29, 2008

Deep in the middle of Africa, at the river’s edge where the hippos live, life is pleasant. The big hippos like to relax at the beach, while the little hippos love diving. Mrs. Hippopotamus enjoys having quiet time all to herself, especially when bathing. She even has her beach, where she takes a bath in [...]

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Picture Book, Sweden » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Nine Animals and the Well

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

A fable about a group of animals which strives to bring the perfect present to the Indian raja-king’s birthday party, and discusses how the numerals we use originated in India.

Descriptors: Asia, Fantasy, India, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , » Comments closed

In the Jungle

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

This book illustrates the animals found in the jungle, such as the elephant, lion, and monkey, providing holes for children’s faces.

Descriptors: Belgium, Europe, Fantasy, Infant/toddler (ages 0-2), Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Comments closed

Mario’s Mayan Journey

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

A young Mexican dreams that he meets two Mayan children and together they visit ancient ruins in the jungles of the Yuc

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