Noodlephant and her friends are back, this time with a tale of power, politics, private property, and of course...pasta!

Ernest Glanville's 'In Search of the Okapi. A Story of Adventure in Central Africa' is a captivating tale that follows the journey of a group of intrepid explorers through the uncharted lands of Central Africa in search of the elusive okapi. Written in a vivid and descriptive style, Glanville brings to life the lush landscapes, dangerous wildlife, and the thrilling adventures encountered by the characters. This book reflects the spirit of exploration and discovery that was prevalent in the late 19th century, as European explorers embarked on quests to uncover the mysteries of the African continent. Ernest Glanville, a British author and journalist, drew inspiration from his own travels and experiences in Africa to write this gripping adventure story. His firsthand knowledge of the region and its wildlife adds authenticity and depth to the narrative, making it a compelling read for both history enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its thrilling plot, rich descriptions, and immersive storytelling, 'In Search of the Okapi' is a must-read for anyone interested in tales of exploration, wildlife, and the mysteries of the African continent. Glanville's adventurous spirit shines through in this captivating novel, offering readers a glimpse into the excitement and challenges of exploring the unknown.

Kangaroos have enacted many laws that discriminate against other animals but when they make it illegal for elephants to eat noodles, pasta-loving Noodlephant and her friends invent a machine to fight back.

Congo-Zaire contains Africa's largest remaining tracts of intact rain forest, making it one of the most important regions for biodiversity conservation. Its Ituri Forest is home to plants and animals native to nowhere else on earth, including the elusive and little-known okapi. In this popularly written book, three long-time observers of the okapi present a complete, contemporary natural history of this appealing relative of the giraffe. They recount its discovery by European explorers and describe its appearance and life cycle. They also discuss current efforts to preserve the species, both in the wild and at zoos around the world. Illustrated with charming line drawings, The Okapi will be a valuable resource for conservationists and zoo visitors alike-indeed anyone fascinated by the mysterious animal of Congo-Zaire.

Didier lives life as a normal, largish elephant in Mumbai, India with his mother and the rest of the herd owned by Mr. Rahol. Discontent with his elephant life, Didier wonders if he’d prefer to be another animal, instead. His mother tells fantastic tales of the wild, before humans captured her and turned her into a domestic animal, but neither she nor the rest of Mr. Rahol’s herd understand Didier's obsession with fighting his destiny. With his friend the field mouse, Didier embarks on a quest to ask all of the other animals which animal he should be instead. Despite all his effort, not until the time for the festival for the elephant god rolls around in Mumbai once more that Didier understands his inmost heart. keywords: elephant, India, Mumbai, Bombay, travel stories, talking animals, monkey, Indian, Ganesha, elephant god, animals in captivity, slavery, freedom, identity, metaphysical and visionary

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Okapi loves his striped legs until a naughty chimpanzee teases him for stealing "zebra pants". Suddenly his special stripes don't feel special. They feel terrible! OKAPI loves spending carefree days frolicking in the African Rainforest alongside his best friend AFRICAN GREY PARROT. One day, he meets a CHIMPANZEE who laughs at his striped legs and teases that he's stolen a zebra's pants. OKAPI has never met a ZEBRA and pretends he doesn't care, but the seed is planted, and he soon finds himself questioning the very stripes he used to love. What choice does he have but to set out in search of this strange zebra animal and see for himself if he has in fact accidentally taken its pants. On the surface, "Okapi Loves His Zebra Pants" is about an Okapi dealing with hurt feelings from being teased, but look deeper, and it's a story about resilience, self-acceptance, community, and finding joy in our similarities as well as our differences. Kids love the fact-filled spread at the end of the story where they can learn about okapis, chimpanzees and African grey parrots, ways to help endangered animals, and even how to draw them! Endangered & Misunderstood is an ongoing series of children's picture books that takes a different approach to the serious subject of lesser-known endangered animals, with an emphasis on laughter, adventure, and themes everyone can relate to. Buy and review "Okapi Loves His Zebra Pants" to help the endangered okapi. All proceeds go towards the protection and conservation of okapis.