Discover the captivating world within TreeTops Graphic Novels Level 15: Lion of Africa. This thrilling graphic novel tells the poignant story of John, a prison guard responsible for overseeing South Africa's most notorious prisoner, Nelson Mandela. As John interacts with Mandela, his perceptions of freedom and his country begin to evolve, offering readers a profound glimpse into the complexities of this historic figure's life. With its unique blend of fiction and non-fiction, Lion of Africa expertly illustrates important historical themes and events, making it an engaging read for children and young adults alike.

TreeTops Graphic Novels are a fantastic resource for nurturing a love of reading, especially in reluctant readers and boys who might gravitate towards action-packed stories. Each novel features a dynamic combination of stunning illustrations and concise text, which is especially beneficial for second-language learners. Students will find themselves immersed in incredible narratives filled with amazing characters, exciting themes, and beautiful artwork.

These graphic novels also support cross-curricular learning, making them perfect for educational settings and stimulating classroom discussions. Enhance your child's reading experience and expand their understanding of history with this exceptional graphic novel.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781770582880
Year: 2014
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781770582880
Year: 2014
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK


Description:
In Lion of Africa, John is a prison guard who must watch South Africa's most 'dangerous' prisoner - Nelson Mandela. As John gets to know Mandela, his ideas about his country and about freedom start to change. TreeTops Graphic Novels bring historical periods to life. These 24 action-packed graphic novels combine fiction and non-fiction texts in the one theme - from Vikings to gladiators and pirates to code-breakers.Non-fiction pages throughout give context and add depth to the stories to support comprehensionA different kind of reading challenge to engage your readers, especially the boys. Short captions of text, closely linked to the pictures, are perfect for second-language learnersIncredible stories are woven around amazing characters and events, exciting themes and stunning artwork to engage both independent and reluctant readersCross-curricular topics in history and geography stimulate discussion and inspire creative writing.