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Adventures of Riley--Safari in South Africa (Hardcover)

~ (Author) "You're finally here!" Alice squealed, almost knocking Riley over with a bear hug..." (more)
Key Phrases: Uncle Max
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PreS-Gr. 4. Combining adventure and science, this picture book uses a fictional framework to bring children important facts about animal conservation. Riley is on safari in South Africa with his uncle, a wildlife scientist, who is counting the predator/prey population. They see baboon, cheetah, giraffe, and other wild creatures, and the double-page spreads combine color photos of the bush with excellent close-up photos of particular animals as well as cartoon illustrations of Riley and the guides in the jeep. There are also boxed insets with fascinating facts quoted from conservation scientists at the Smithsonian and other institutions. The pages are crowded, and there are occasional errors (Afrikaans is misspelled; cats don't lay in the grass), but there's a thrilling sense of being there, with the animals sometimes too close for comfort. Best of all are the photos, including one of a hippo very close-up; and a view of the endangered black rhino brings the conservation message home. Hazel Rochman
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"...a marvellous series which I recommend highly to you...travel the world and learn ...with the kids." -- Hilary Williamson, Bookloons

"Loaded with fascinating facts, fun illustrations, awesome photographs, and a great story, this well-executed book makes learning fun." -- Kendal Rautzhan, Nationally Syndicated Columnist

"…an approved and recommended addition to personal reading lists, schools and community library collections." -- Midwest Book Review

PreS-Gr. 4. "Combining adventure and science..there is a thrilling sense of being there..." -- Booklist

Winner of the Learning Magazine 2005 Teachers' Choice Award! -- Learning Magazine, 2005
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Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 36 pages
  • Publisher: Eaglemont Press (October 25, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0966225783
  • ISBN-13: 978-0966225785
  • Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,110,297 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A boy's adventure!, May 12, 2004


This scholarly tale of 9-year-old Riley on "Safari in South Africa," with his cousin Alice, aunt Martha, and uncle Max take census of the different breeds of animals.

Riley learns the eco system is the responsibility of everyone and every creature in the world must do its part for the world to continue to survive and have balance. Poachers, predators, and developers however tip the scales of the eco system and cause the animal population to become endangered.

With each animal they encounter, some fun and interesting facts are revealed regarding their behaviors, eating styles, and play.

The authors evoke the help of several zoologist, conservationist, and educators in the animal fields for references and include next to the fun facts illustrations of the references.

This tale has awesome illustrations, set on the background of actual safari scenes and with real pictures of safari wildlife. You too will feel as if you were on this adventure.

The Adventures of Riley in South Africa is one of a series of - Riley's tales. This book contains information on accessing the Internet so kids can continue more adventures, and a passport book with a stamp of South Africa, so when they read a different book they can collect the stamps.

Children will absolutely love this book and learn from it.

**A portion of the proceeds will go to the Wildlife Conservation, Smithsonian Institute: Educational Mission and the World Wildlife Fund.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great adventure for Riley!, December 5, 2003
By gail anderson (Flourtown, PA United States) - See all my reviews
This is a great next stop for Riley (following the previous book, Tigers in Terai). My daughters (ages 7 and 3) loved the book and read it again and again. It's a fabulous book to donate to your school library or child's classroom (at our school, second graders focus on endangered species, so it's perfect for her class). I highly recommend it for a gift, too, for boys or girls, ages 3-10. The illustrations are fabulous and colorful, the photos are fantastic, and the kids will learn something new every time they read it. Where will Riley go next?
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4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect blend of fiction and fact!, February 13, 2008
If you trying to make a transition to non-fiction for your young one,nothing could beat this book.Real photography complement the beautiful illustrations along with a fun storyline which is sure to appeal to your young one.Without sounding preaching or boring, it teaches the young ones to respect nature and the varied life that goes along with it..

I also love the local art depicted in the footnotes.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for parents to give kids
If you're going on a safari and you you have small children - it's unlikely that you're packing them and taking them with you. Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by M. Torgersen

5.0 out of 5 stars Writers Notes 2005 Book Award Winner
Uncle Max takes Riley on a child's dream tour-a South African safari. Smart cartoon figures overlay outback snapshots, including interesting facts and figures. Read more
Published on April 27, 2005 by Writers Notes Magazine

5.0 out of 5 stars Safari in South Africa
This book is wonderful! I would recommend it to anyone with young children.
Published on December 10, 2003

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