How the Guinea Fowl Got Her Spots: A Swahili Tale of Friendship

by Barbara Knutson

Book Overview

A folk explanation for the guinea fowl's protective coloration that enables it to hide from its natural predator, the lion.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0876145373
• ISBN13: 9780876145371
• Release Date: August 1991
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

A lovely tale

This book was just the one we were looking for, it helps to further illustrate our classroom visits with guinea fowl.

A Simple, but Pleasingly Different Story

Based on an East African folktale, this has many of the elements of a good childrens story. Good illustrations, unique and captivating story, and brief enough to keep a child's attention and interest throughout the book.3-8 year-olds should well enjoy this story.