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WOW is committed to creating an international network of people who share the vision of bringing books and children together, thereby opening windows on the world. We encourage thoughtful dialogue around international literature so that children can reflect on their own cultural experience and connect to the experience of others across the globe.

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My Bibi Always Remembers

Tembo, a little African elephant, wants to be just like her grandmother, Bibi, but is often distracted when she is supposed to be following Bibi to a watering hole. Includes a note about elephants.

Published: 2014, Disney Hyperion
Tags: Animals, Elephants, infancy, savannah
Categories: AfricaAfrica, Early Years (ages 2-6)Africa, Early Years (ages 2-6), Picture Book

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A Promise To The Sun

Explains why bats only come out of their caves at night.

Published: 1992, Joy Street Books
Tags: bats, drought, Quests, Rain, savannah
Categories: AfricaAfrica, Picture BookAfrica, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)

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Whistling Thorn

A look at evolution on the African savannah describes how the acacia bush, in danger of having its leaves ravaged by animals, began to produce thorns that protect it and create a beautiful sound when the wind blows.

Published: 1993, Scholastic Trade
Tags: evolution, Plants, savannah
Categories: AfricaAfrica, Early Years (ages 2-6)Africa, Early Years (ages 2-6), Nonfiction

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Cool Time Song

After a hot day on the African savannah, the animals begin to move and make sounds in the cool air of evening.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Animals, savannah
Categories: AfricaAfrica, FictionAfrica, Fiction, Picture BookAfrica, Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)

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