Africa (Rookie Read-About Geography: Continents)

by Rebecca Hirsch

Overview

Africa is often called the Cradle of Humankind. Millions of years ago, it was home to the very first humans, and today it remains a vibrant land filled with diverse cultures.

Rookie Read-About: Continents series gives the youngest reader (Ages 3-6) an introduction to the components that make each continent distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each continents' geography, history, and wildlife.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531292754
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/07/2012
Series:	Rookie Read-About Geography
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	267,990
Product dimensions:	3.80(w) x 5.70(h) x 0.60(d)
Lexile:	460L (what's this?)
Age Range:	3 - 6 Years

About the Author

Rebecca Hirsch is a scientist-turned-writer and the author of many books for young readers.

Table of Contents

Welcome to Africa! 5

People of Africa 9

Wild Places 15

Amazing Animals 21

Water and Land 25

Modern Marvels 28

Meet a Meerkat 30

Words you Know 31

Index 32

Facts for Now 32

About the Author 32