The Big Five
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Picture Book · Ages 2–7 · 2019 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Big Five

Written by Bella Makatini · Illustrated by Judi Abbot

Discover the 'big five' animals through a grandparent's tales.

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24 pages· 550 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 500L
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Bookroo's summary

Danny spends a week with his grandpa, who shares stories of the 'big five' animals from his homeland. Each day, a new animal tale unfolds, deepening their bond. What secrets do these majestic creatures hold, and how will they shape Danny's understanding of family and nature? A heartwarming journey for young animal lovers.

From the publisher

A sweet celebration of family and introduction to some perennially popular animals. - Kirkus Reviews Winner of the International Competition for the Best Inclusive Story - organised by Inclusive Works and Clavis Publishing. Danny is spending the week with his grandpa. Grandpa has a painting of five animals. “Those are the big five,” says Grandpa, “the most famous animals from my homeland,” Grandpa tells Danny about one animal each day. A playful and informative story about wild animals and about the love between a child and a grandparent. For animal lovers ages 3 and up.

At a glance
Format
Board book
Pages
24
Words
550
Reading age
2–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
500L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
November 30, 2021
First published
June 15, 2019
Publisher
Clavis
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781605377230

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