National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of African Animals

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Hardcover
$14.99 US
On sale Jun 10, 2025 | 128 Pages | 9781426374005

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 D. HUGHES is the author of National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, and is the science editor for the award-winning National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids magazines. She has a master's degree in early childhood education.

Award-winning author and illustrator DAVID A. AGUILAR is widely recognized for his ability to communicate the wonderment of science to enthusiasts of all ages. David's artwork has been featured on the History Channel's series "The Universe", Time magazine, CNN, USA Today, National Geographic, Astronomy, and more. His other books include Planets, Stars & Galaxies and 13 Planets. View titles by Catherine D. Hughes

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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 D. HUGHES is the author of National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, and is the science editor for the award-winning National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids magazines. She has a master's degree in early childhood education.

Award-winning author and illustrator DAVID A. AGUILAR is widely recognized for his ability to communicate the wonderment of science to enthusiasts of all ages. David's artwork has been featured on the History Channel's series "The Universe", Time magazine, CNN, USA Today, National Geographic, Astronomy, and more. His other books include Planets, Stars & Galaxies and 13 Planets. View titles by Catherine D. Hughes

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