Wild Child (E-Book)

Lee O the lion cub and Bongo the baboon sneak up to the lodge, where the naughty baboon steals some berries from the kitchen. When Lee O has to make a sudden escape, he finds himself face to face with a boy, a ‘Wild Child’ who incredibly, seems able to talk to him! Later, Lee O sets out with his friends to the other side of the game reserve, looking for adventure. But on their way back Hevi disappears, and when Lee O, Bongo, Manji and Vile go looking for him, to their horror they find him trapped in a wire poacher’s snare. Lee O turns to the elephants for help and after chasing away three hungry lionesses, the elephant matriarch sends Lee O to call the humans, because she is afraid for Hevi’s life. Lee O and Bongo run to the animal boma where they find Wild Child and discover that the boy really can understand them! With the help of the humans the poacher's snare is cut off Hevi's foot, and the little hippo is saved and happily reunited with his family again!

'Wild Child' offers an exciting way for children to become aware of wildlife conservation, and has been enthusiastically received by parents, educators and especially young readers. It is the third book in the cool, hip Animal Adventures in Africa series, which is comprised of books, a clothing range and an interactive website, aimed at children between 8 – 11 years old. Each story in the series touches on principles of honesty, integrity and loyalty, and in addition to the engaging tale contained within the pages, Animal Adventures in Africa helps children become aware of the vital role they have to play in wildlife protection, in a very entertaining way. Matthews believes that many wildlife conservation programmes are focused on saving the natural resources of the earth for future generations, but children need to participate in this as much as possible, from an early age. Children need to become aware that the future of the planet lies in their hands - and that they have the power to change their world.

Book Reviews

“Beautifully presented and wonderfully written.” - Wildlife Action Group

“Great read for children!” - East Coast Radio

"What an exquisite book!" - Books & Books

“It is an enchanting story with beautiful illustrations!” - Primary News

“Author Elle Matthews has managed to capture the essence of a truly African tale in a brilliant book based in a game reserve!” - Living & Loving