Over in the Grasslands: On an African Savanna
by Marianne Berkes (Author)
Learning becomes fun with this book about the Africa savanna! In Over in the Grasslands: On an African Savanna, amazing artwork will inspire children in classrooms and at home to appreciate ecology, environment and the world around us!
The perfect habitat book for kids, Over in the Grasslands teaches early learners about the animals of South Africa, and doubles as a fun, interactive, counting book for kids.
Come along on a safari! You'll meet lions and rhinos and hippos--oh, my! You'll also find elephants that squirt, giraffes that slurp, and hornbills that toot. Africa's savanna is home to a delightful diversity of animals. Kids will love to sing about them--and practice counting animals, too! Cut paper illustrations add to the discovery, highlighting some animals and hiding others. Safaris are fun! Information about the animals, a map of Africa, and tips from both the author and the illustrator on how to use this book with children round out a very helpful package.
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PreS-Gr 2--Berkes has written a number of books in which children learn about different biomes and their inhabitants, all to the tune of the well-known counting song "Over in the Meadow." This entry explores the African savanna and the animals that call the grasslands home. The verses are cumulative, counting different types of animals, from one to 10. Each verse focuses on an animal common to the area, such as the hippo, giraffe, or meerkat. Parents are shown teaching their offspring valuable survival skills--for instance, the mother lion instructs her cubs to "stalk." Dubin's lovely paper collage illustrations in gentle earth tones add warmth and visual interest. Each spread highlights the named animal, but there is also an additional "hidden animal" subtly placed within the illustration. For example, the jackal's page contains a little tortoise concealed in the grass. A map of Africa offers the opportunity to review the creatures mentioned. Rich back matter contains facts on the different animals, music notation for the song, and tips from the author and illustrator. VERDICT This versatile picture book is great for learning about the African grassland environment while practicing counting skills.--Alyssa Annico, Youngstown State University, OH
Copyright 2016 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.Stories in rhyme
Counting
Africa
Grassland animal
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