Poachers are killing grown elephants, stealing their tusks, and then abandoning the calves to certain death. Determined to stop this deadly practice, young Akimbo poses as a hunter to uncover the culprits. Another engaging tale of African adventure by famed novelist Alexander McCall Smith.
Akimbo and the Elephants
Born in Zimbabwe, New York Times best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith uses his first-hand knowledge of Africa to connect with his young audience and supply his Akimbo chapter books with vivid details. In a central African animal sanctuary, young Akimbo sees the carcass of a mother elephant rotting in the sun. Hearing that his ranger father rarely catches these killers, Akimbo hatches a secret plan to apprehend these villains himself. But are the dangers too daunting for this aspiring hero? "This story ... conveys appreciation and respect for the African landscape, culture, and people ." -Booklist
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Akimbo and the Elephants
Born in Zimbabwe, New York Times best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith uses his first-hand knowledge of Africa to connect with his young audience and supply his Akimbo chapter books with vivid details. In a central African animal sanctuary, young Akimbo sees the carcass of a mother elephant rotting in the sun. Hearing that his ranger father rarely catches these killers, Akimbo hatches a secret plan to apprehend these villains himself. But are the dangers too daunting for this aspiring hero? "This story ... conveys appreciation and respect for the African landscape, culture, and people ." -Booklist
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940170759767 |
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| Publisher: | Recorded Books, LLC |
| Publication date: | 02/13/2008 |
| Series: | Akimbo Series , #3 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
| Age Range: | 8 - 11 Years |
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