Natumi Takes the Lead: The True Story of an Orphan Elephant Who Finds Family
The True Story of an Orphan Elephant Who Finds Family
Author: Gerry Ellis and Amy Novesky Series: Picture Books
After losing her mother, shy Natumi is rescued by a team from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an orphanage for baby elephants..
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After losing her mother, shy Natumi is rescued by a team from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an orphanage for baby elephants..
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After losing her mother, shy Natumi is rescued by a team from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an orphanage for baby elephants..
At the shelter, Natumi hides behind keepers' legs to watch the other elephants at the shelter. But soon, she meets several other orphans, and the eight of them play together in the surrounding bush. As the babies become closer and more like a real family, they need a leader, someone they can trust. Can Natumi grown into this role?
Critic Reviews
“"His clear images will help readers visualize their daily routine: bottle feedings, bathing in mud puddles, and both soothing and playful activities with their human keepers....”
"My son loves these books. We started reading National Geographic Kids books when he was about six (he's nine now) and I can honestly say that these books have been instrumental in teaching him to read." - Consumer
"My kids love these books. Super fun and interesting." - Consumer
About the Author
Gerry Ellis is an awardwinning photographer whose credits include Natural History, Audubon, and National Geographic magazines.
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