A young boy describes his home in the Brazilian rainforest. Includes information on the discovery, manufacture, and uses of rubber.
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An outstanding book, illustrated with beautiful photographs.,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Antonio's Rain Forest (Library Binding)
Antonio's Rain Forest is an outstanding contribution to anyschool or community library collection on nature, ecology, and livingin the Amazon rainforest for young readers. Beautiful photographs by Edward Parker showcase this picturebook adaptation of Anna Lewington's original text. Children are informed of the economic value and history of the rainforest and its rubber plantations as 8 year old Antonio Jose describes the life and work of his family who make a simple living from their surroundings. Portuguese words are provided with pronunciation guides. Highly recommended.
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Antonio's Rain Forest - a Classic,
By Victoria W. Swenson, Ph.D. (Grand Rapids, MI United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Antonio's Rain Forest (Library Binding)
Excellent story and photographs of a real little boy's life in the rain forest. Particularly useful for teachers to integrate science, social studies, even a math component, as students may calculate the amount of sap needed for a 90 pound ball of rubber, etc. I also liked the facing pages of historical information. For younger children, the focus can simply be on Antonio's own story. Older students may read more details of the historical struggle to gain economic independence and preserve the forest. The historical background and the dangers of daily life are recounted in a matter-of-fact manner, giving a realistic and yet over all positive view of the lives of people who are conserving the beauty of the forest and their way of life. I am delighted to find this book is still available! A colleague who searched for it typed "Rainforest" as one word, and found nothing. "Antonio's Rain Forest" really is something. I highly recommend it.
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