Theme: wildlife

Mrs. Harkness and the Panda

By Book Importer | Published: April 3, 2012

In 1934, Ruth Harkness had never seen a panda bear.  Not many people in the world had. But soon the young Mrs. Harkness would inherit an expedition from her explorer husband: the hunt for a panda.  She knew that bringing back a panda would be hard. Impossible, even.  But she intended to try. So she [...]

Descriptors: Asia, China, Historical Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Nature Adventures

By Book Importer | Published: September 7, 2011

Nature Adventures is a treasure trove of activities, information, observation, pictures and poetry, featuring habitats such as town and city, woodland and headgerow, ponds and rivers, moorland and seaside. And even including car journeys. This is a unique and inspirational book that will encourage families everywhere to explore the beauty and diversity of the natural [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction, Picture Book » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

This Is the Tree

By Book Importer | Published: June 14, 2011

A lyrical description of the ancient baobab tree and how it provides shelter and nourishment to wildlife of the African plain.

Descriptors: Africa, Early Years (ages 2-6), Picture Book, Poetry, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

One Sun Rises

By Book Importer | Published: June 14, 2011

The varied wild creatures of Africa introduce young readers to the world of numbers and counting, as well as to the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the African continent.

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

On a Road in Africa

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Baskets empty on the seat | Must be filled with things to eat…On a road in Africa, On a road in Africa. | Where you gonna go, Mama O, Mama O? Follow real-life animal rescuer Chryssee Perry Martin (a.k.a. “Mama `O’rphanage”) as she makes her daily trek down a dusty road in Africa. Along the [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Kenya, Picture Book, Poetry, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

African Animals

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

  The continent of Africa is home to an amazing variety of wildlife. Zebras, hippos, lions, and many other animals roam its vast open grasslands. Other species, such as gorillas and snakes, inhabit its warm tropical forests. And a few other types of animals, including camels and foxes, can even survive in Africa’s and desert [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Nonfiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Elephant Have Right of Way

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

A noted conservationist describes her nearly thirty years living and working in Africa, describing the various animals with which she has worked and providing a firsthand view of the plight of Africa’s wild animals.

Descriptors: Africa, Kenya, Nonfiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Looking For Miza

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

In a magical place called the Congo, in the beautiful forests and jungles of Virunga National Park, lives a young female mountain gorilla named Miza. She was just like any other baby gorilla, riding on her mother’s back, playing, taking naps. Then, one day, when Miza and her mother were out searching for food, Miza’s [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nonfiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , » 1 Comment

Escape Under the Forever Sky

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Loosely based on real-life events this suspenseful story by a debut novelist is also funny and touching and will have readers riveted from start to finish. Lucy’s mother is the U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia so Lucy’s life must be one big adventure right? Wrong. Lucy’s worrywart mother keeps her locked up inside the ambassador’s residence. [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Ethiopia, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

One More Elephant: The Fight to Save Wildlife in Uganda

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Two brothers, Peter and William Moeller save the rapidly diminishing herds of elephants and other wildlife living in the Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda.

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction, Uganda » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment