baobab

Text and pictures document the life cycle of this amazing tree of the African savannah, and portrays the animals and people it helps to support.

Moyo and his sister Japera hurry to the baobab tree in their African village, wondering whether they will find peddlers, conversation among the elders, storytellers, or perhaps something new.

Tired of the complaints of a beautiful tree growing on the African plains, the Great Spirit turns the tree upside-down so that its branches look like roots growing toward the sky. Includes a section with information about some African animals.

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

Hoping for the respect of her tribe and inspired by a dream, Kisana braves a dangerous journey to find the fruit of the baobab tree and a long-lost spring.

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

Text and pictures document the life cycle of this amazing tree of the African savannah, and portrays the animals and people it helps to support.