Exploring Mount Kilimanjaro

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Exploring Mount Kilimanjaro

Africa's Highest Peak

Children’s / Teenage general interest: Physical world Educational: Geography

Author: Christine Petersen

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Language: English

Published by: Curious Fox Books

Published on: 10th December 2024

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781637414453


About the Book

A compelling narrative non-fiction book for young learners about Mount Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano located in Tanzania, near the border of Kenya.

Discover the History

Learn how Johannes Rebmann, a Christian missionary, took it upon himself to learn about the mountain and tell the world about the snow at the top of a mountain in a tropical setting.

Local Beliefs and Legends

Read about the "jinn", an evil spirit that locals believe inhabits the mountain and brings bad luck.

Life on Kilimanjaro

You'll also find out what life is like on Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa by learning about the people, what they eat, where they live and how the Tanzanian people are now working to protect the mountain.

Flora, Fauna, and Climbing

Learn what flora and fauna populate this beautiful mountain peak and why people are compelled to climb it.

Additional Features

Features chapter notes, suggested readings, and fascinating facts about the mountain for eager minds to learn more!

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