Other editions of book Living in the African Savannah

How do you count to ten in the Maasai language? What is the jumping dance for young warriors? Why are cattle so important to the Maasai? The Maasai people live in the grasslands in eastern Africa, where there are often long droughts. In this book, you will learn how they survive such harsh conditions. Read about their customs and ceremonies, and how the women make beautiful jewelry.

How do you count to ten in the Maasai language? What is the jumping dance for young warriors? Why are cattle so important to the Maasai? The Maasai people live in the grasslands in eastern Africa, where there are often long droughts. In this book, you will learn how they survive such harsh conditions. Read about their customs and ceremonies, and how the women make beautiful jewelry.

Each title in this new series from "Raintree Perspectives" looks at a different culture where the environment has a major impact on the lives of the people that live there. Looking at aspects of life familiar to young readers, such as food, clothing, school, leisure and celebrations, this series provides an insight into life in various environments around the world. Each title is packed with photography to interest the reader and provide starting points for discussion. It includes features such as recipes, traditional games and craft activities give readers a taste of other cultures.