National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of African Animals

By Catherine D. Hughes and National Geographic Kids

Hardcover

Published on Jun 10, 2025 | 128 Pages

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Grades Preschool – 2
Ages 3–7

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!

"A thoughtfully designed book for adults to share with children or for young readers to explore on their own, with plentiful, stunning images of many African animals, sparse text, and helpful scaffolds for engaging with nonfiction works." —School Library Journal

ISBN 9781426374005 (Hardcover)
Published on Jun 10, 2025
Published by National Geographic Kids
Pages 128
Dimensions 9-7/8 x 9-7/8
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2

Catherine D. Hughes

Catherine D. Hughes is the author of several books in the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, including Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, Little Kids First Big Book of Space, and Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean. She also has a degree in early childhood development.

National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids believes in the awesome power of science, exploration, and storytelling, and our children’s books bring the best of this incredible world directly to readers’ hands. Fun, colorful, and jam-packed with cool info, Nat Geo Kids books are also fact-checked, expert-reviewed, and 100 percent human-made—and from the only kids’ brand with roots in a world-class scientific organization. From leveled readers to photo-rich almanacs and from baby animals to dangerous dinosaurs, Nat Geo Kids has a book that will spark curiosity and ignite wonder in every young explorer!