Nanta's Lion: A Search-And-Find Adventure

by Suse MacDonald

Nanta is curious. She has heard the hunter's stories about the lion that roams the plains. She wants to see the lion for herself. Nanta slips out of her village and walks and walks but never sees the lion. Where is he? Visual clues encourage young readers to join Nanta's search. Full-color illustrations.

Genres: Picture Books, Africa, Childrens, Storytime, Animals

Hardcover

First published April 1, 1995

Reviews

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cleverly designed book that introduces another land, another culture, another ecosystem. My criticism? I wish there had been a couple pages to introduce Nanta, her family, and her home before launching into the search.

[Robbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nanta is a Masai girl curious about a lion that is eating supplies from her village. while the men are gathering to hunt for the lion Nanta goes on her own adventure. Along the way she meets all kinds of animals and interesting scenary along the way. This book is colorful and interactive. It uses diecut half cut pages to shape the landscape and form the surprise at the end. Does Nanta find the lion? you'll have to read it to find out. I recommend for children and adults of all ages.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks Carol! Great

[Kari · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read aloud--Kids love this one.

[Christine Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Masai child is curious to see the lion that her father and the other villagers are hunting. www.hcpl.net

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has al illustrative surprise that makes it absolutely charming.