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Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An African folktale in which the son of the chief must make his way in the world with only a sackful of kola nuts and the help of some creatures that he has treated with kindness.
Author
Publisher
Dial Press
Pub. Date
℗♭1975
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
A retelling of a traditional West African tale that reveals how the mosquito developed its annoying buzzing habit. A mosquito annoyed the iguana, who frightened the python, who scared the rabbit ... and now the whole jungle is in an uproar because the sun won't rise. The animals discuss the situation and decide to punish the mosquito. Even today, whenever we hear a mosquito buzz, we smack it hard!
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Intended as a literary study guide with activities designed for group and individual projects. Includes a book summary, author information, vocabulary builders, comprehension and discussion questions and cross-curricular activities. Some pages are reproducible for classroom use.