(3) PS Illustrated by Joan Rankin. In this humorous read-aloud with a "House That Jack Built" cadence, African animals--including an elephant, kudu, monkey, jackal, zebra, and lion--are scared out of their wits by cascading actions that start with thecheep of a guinea fowl chick. Finally, a wise owl explains the cause of the havoc. Energetic, excitement-packed illustrations in watercolor and ink invite repeated viewings. Simultaneously published in South Africa.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Joan Rankin. Despite its generalized approach to Africa, this is still an enchanting read-aloud with enticing rhymes inspired by the many sounds created by flora and fauna and the diverse peoples of the continent. Drawings with soft watercolor washes display both human hands making music and the animals that inspire it: "We are the herds that gallop and run. / We 'rumble' and 'boo-oom' in the African drum."

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt