Rhode Island Children's Book Award     Student Comments
Facing the Lion:  Growing Up Massai on the African Savanna
by
Joseph Lekuton
Grades 5-6

I read the book Facing the Lion: Growing up Massai on the African Savanna.  It was an auto-biography by Joseph Lukuto.  Joseph was a young boy growing up as a Massai warrior. He wanted to go to school and be a warrior.  When it comes time, he has to choose between the two and make a life changing decision. This book was great.  I loved how it explained what life in a different place was like.  This book had some pictures.  They were real pictures that showed the beauty of the Massai people. I recommend this book to people who like to see what life is like in different places. It is a book I wouldn't suggest to children under eight.

Caitlin   Grade 6    Northern Lincoln Elementary
 
 

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