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A leap for Legadema, the true story of a little leopard in a big world, Beverly and Dereck Joubert

Label
A leap for Legadema, the true story of a little leopard in a big world, Beverly and Dereck Joubert
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references
Illustrations
mapsillustrations
Index
no index present
resource.interestAgeLevel
Age 4-8
resource.interestGradeLevel
K to Grade 3
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
A leap for Legadema
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
1021075574
Responsibility statement
Beverly and Dereck Joubert
Series statement
National Geographic Kids
Sub title
the true story of a little leopard in a big world
Summary
"The special bond between a mother leopard and her cub is illuminated in this heartwarming coming-of-age story set in Botswana's lush Okavango Delta. Stunning photographs from a legendary duo of National Geographic explorers are sure to captivate young readers and raise awareness about this amazing species and the threats leopards face. The little leopard Legadema has to learn to find her place in a big, big world. When the cub was born during a fantastic African storm, the sky cracked and brightened with lightning, and Legadema, which means "light from the sky," was named. She soon learns from her mother that the path to adulthood isn't always easy. She also has to learn from experience, like when she encounters a hungry pride of lions! Luckily for Legadema, her mom is one fierce protector. Amidst the vibrant, chirping grasslands, bristling with danger and predators, will little Legadema learn to hunt, hide, and thrive as she strikes out on her own? This sweet story, with its breathtaking photographs, explores the challenges and joys of family, love, and growing up, and is a perfect bedtime read-aloud tale."--Provided by publisher
Target audience
juvenile
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