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    National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of African Animals

    Part of National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books

    Author Catherine D. Hughes, National Geographic Kids
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    Hardcover
    $14.99 US
    Disney - RHCB | National Geographic Kids
    10.14"W x 10.14"H x 0.54"D  
    On sale Jun 10, 2025 | 128 Pages | 9781426374005
    Preschool - 2
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    From the toothy lions and towering giraffes you already know to the burrowing aardvarks and adorable gorillas you can’t help but love, this engaging reference book introduces young readers to the diverse wildlife found in Africa.

    Venture through Africa’s rainforests, grasslands, and deserts to meet more than 50 different animals native to this large continent. Featured creatures include mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects, and spiders. Through informative profiles and stunning photographs, readers will learn what these amazing African animals eat, where they live, and so much more! 

    Features include:
    • Maps that show where these animals are found in the wild
    • Questions in each chapter that encourage interactive learning
    • Simple text perfect for reading aloud with an adult, or for beginner readers
    • Fun facts on every spread
    • Engaging photography of real animals in their habitats
    • Parent tips that extend the experience beyond the book

    Expand your collection with these popular titles from the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series:
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Animals
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Baby Animals
    • Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Birds
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs
    • Little Kids First Big Book of the Rain Forest
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Pets

    ... and more!
    CATHERINE HUGHES is the author of four previous books in the National Geographic Kids First Big Book series: National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space, and National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean. Ms. Hughes is also the science editor for National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids magazines and has a degree in early childhood development. View titles by Catherine D. Hughes
    National Geographic Kids believes in the awesome power of science, exploration, and storytelling, and our children’s books bring the best of this incredible world directly to readers' hands. Fun, colorful, and jam-packed with cool info, Nat Geo Kids books are also fact-checked, expert-reviewed, and 100 percent human-made—and from the only kids’ brand with roots in a world-class scientific organization. From leveled readers to photo-rich almanacs and from baby animals to dangerous dinosaurs, Nat Geo Kids has a book that will spark curiosity and ignite wonder in every young explorer! View titles by National Geographic Kids
    "A thoughtfully designed book for adults to share with children or for young readers to explore on their own, with plentiful, stunning images of many African animals, sparse text, and helpful scaffolds for engaging with nonfiction works." —School Library Journal
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    From the toothy lions and towering giraffes you already know to the burrowing aardvarks and adorable gorillas you can’t help but love, this engaging reference book introduces young readers to the diverse wildlife found in Africa.

    Venture through Africa’s rainforests, grasslands, and deserts to meet more than 50 different animals native to this large continent. Featured creatures include mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects, and spiders. Through informative profiles and stunning photographs, readers will learn what these amazing African animals eat, where they live, and so much more! 

    Features include:
    • Maps that show where these animals are found in the wild
    • Questions in each chapter that encourage interactive learning
    • Simple text perfect for reading aloud with an adult, or for beginner readers
    • Fun facts on every spread
    • Engaging photography of real animals in their habitats
    • Parent tips that extend the experience beyond the book

    Expand your collection with these popular titles from the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series:
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Animals
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Baby Animals
    • Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Birds
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs
    • Little Kids First Big Book of the Rain Forest
    • Little Kids First Big Book of Pets

    ... and more!

    Author

    CATHERINE HUGHES is the author of four previous books in the National Geographic Kids First Big Book series: National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space, and National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean. Ms. Hughes is also the science editor for National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids magazines and has a degree in early childhood development. View titles by Catherine D. Hughes
    National Geographic Kids believes in the awesome power of science, exploration, and storytelling, and our children’s books bring the best of this incredible world directly to readers' hands. Fun, colorful, and jam-packed with cool info, Nat Geo Kids books are also fact-checked, expert-reviewed, and 100 percent human-made—and from the only kids’ brand with roots in a world-class scientific organization. From leveled readers to photo-rich almanacs and from baby animals to dangerous dinosaurs, Nat Geo Kids has a book that will spark curiosity and ignite wonder in every young explorer! View titles by National Geographic Kids

    Praise

    "A thoughtfully designed book for adults to share with children or for young readers to explore on their own, with plentiful, stunning images of many African animals, sparse text, and helpful scaffolds for engaging with nonfiction works." —School Library Journal

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