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64 pp.
| Barefoot
| October, 2016
|
TradeISBN 978-1-78285-296-4$19.99
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
David Dean.
This enchanting book examines the tenet that while people worldwide have unique life experiences, we are all more alike than we are different. The musing text about the everyday lives of children around the world--touching on language, food, clothing, play, appearance, and more--is illustrated with colorful, precise acrylic paintings. Extensive back matter includes many details about culture and customs in our global village.
48 pp.
| Barefoot
| October, 2011
|
TradeISBN 978-1-84686-333-2$19.99
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
David Dean.
This attractive oversize atlas focuses on oceans, continents, and geographic regions rather than countries. The discussion includes contemporary perspectives on environmental concerns, natural resources, and climate in each region. The index lists countries and their capitals, but this same information is difficult to find on the maps. The book is best used in conjunction with more traditional atlases. A world map poster is included. Bib., glos.
181 pp.
| Dial
| May, 2007
|
TradeISBN 978-0-8037-3211-7$16.99
(4)
4-6
Illustrated by
David Dean.
After her parents' deaths in a fire, Martine leaves England for her grandmother's South African game reserve, where she befriends a near-mythical white giraffe and discovers her own powers as a healer. Martine's courage is then tested when poachers capture the giraffe. Despite a naive and facile plot, the author's love of the African landscape comes through in glowing descriptions.