africa

Memoirs of Beryl Markham, who grew up in East Africa, became a bush pilot in Africa, and, in 1936, made the first solo flight East to West across the Atlantic.

Simple text and illustrations give young readers an introduction to rhinoceroses.

Mable goes on an impossible quest to the moon hoping that will cure her beloved Grana, and is aided by constellations associated with African and African American history along the way. Includes brief descriptions of the constellations mentioned, and a note on the myth or history associated with each.

While Northern Africa was well known to Europeans going back to antiquity, sub-Saharan Africa was mostly unknown, except for a few trading posts in certain coastal settlements. What they ultimately discovered about the Dark Continent was a diverse population with vibrant cultures and traditions. Africa's geography has created distinct regions: the North African region between the Mediterranean and the Sahara, the tropical countries of West Africa, the grasslands of Central Africa, the highlands in East Africa's horn, and South Africa's mountains. This book will introduce the reader to each region's traditional cuisine and unique signature dishes made with locally grown ingredients. The Customs, Culture & Cuisine series explores the world's most influential societies. Each volume provides a better understanding of their history and culture while showing how those elements impact and inform their cuisine and culinary styles. From key customs to traditional celebrations, food unites them all.

In the African highlands, three unlikely allies--Echo, a water buffalo chosen by the Great Spirit to lead; Stride, a cheetah hiding a deadly secret; and Tailgrabber, a young hyena desperate to find peace--must hold their own against the coming storm.

A collection of reimagined classic fairy tales, African, and African American folktales that bring to life past, present, and future visions of Black culture.

When Sarra's parents die, they leave her with the important and difficult task of never letting her little brother Dan Auta cry, but when a terrible monster attacks the city, Dan Auta's unbridled curiosity and determination may save them all.

"Every morning, Shaka and his little sister Nandi walk with their father to school. Though the journey is long and hot, they arrive at school happy to see their friends and ready to learn. Then one day, their father gives them terrible news: he has to go work in a mine far away, and they won't be able to go to school anymore. The route is too dangerous for them to walk alone, so they'll have to stay home. But when they discover a yellow toy bus in the dirt, Shaka and Nandi let their imaginations run wild. Could they buy their own school bus? Or build one themselves? Their plans prove much harder than they thought--but just when they're about to give up, Shaka and Nandi come up with an ingenious solution to get to school, one that will take the whole community to help"--Provided by publisher.

Provides answers to the questions how high off the ground are baby giraffes born, how do baby zebras recognize their mothers, which safari fathers take care of their babies, and more.

"Giant gorillas used to be all over the forests of Africa. But now their nests sit empty. Where have all the gorillas gone? Learn about the dangers that threaten these important animals--from deforestation to illegal hunting--and find out what you can do to help protect gorillas"--Provided by publisher.