Introducing young readers to wildlife

THE World of African Wildlife: A Safari Guide for Young Explorers reflects on children’s love for nature.

Written by Owen Hendry, the book covers a wide diversity of Africa’s wildlife, from mammals and birds to reptiles, insects and much more. It is filled with fascinating facts and pictures.

Hendry said the book is a fun way to introduce young readers to local wildlife.

“It will hopefully inspire them to become more interested in the natural world around us.

“I enjoyed taking down these amazing facts about the animals I love and making them accessible and fun for young readers,” he said.

Lorienne Brown, who is the children’s book marketer for Penguin Random House, said The World of African Wildlife: A Safari Guide for

Young Explorers

is one of the most fun and informative nature books for kids that she has seen in years.

“This book is the perfect companion for a trip to the game reserve,” she said.

The World of African Wildlife: A Safari Guide for Young Explorers

is aimed at children from 9 to 12, but adults will find it interesting as well.

Hendry added that reading is the gateway to a better future.

“It opens the mind to all the possibilities in the world,” he said.

The book retails at R170 and is available in bookstores nationwide and online at TakeAlot and Loot.

THE book is aimed at children from 9 to 12, but adults will find it interesting as well. | SUPPLIED