Review of Animal Village

[Chad Anthony]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Animal Village" by Nelda LaTeef.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Animal Village is a children’s book by Nelda LaTeef. It tells the story of a village in Zindair: a settlement of animals teeming with food and water resources.

A bountiful animal village is suddenly hit by drought, prompting Chief Zamboha to call up a meeting to discuss the animals’ survival. They were asked to bring up suggestions regarding their current situation, but none came up with an idea. The meeting was almost closed when Timba, a tortoise, came forward with a solution. He told them of a similar event in the old stories, and the solution applied. His idea was to dig the earth in search of water, which the animals agreed to due to the unavailability of other ideas. After digging for days with no result, they, in turn, gave up the idea and rebuked the tortoise for wasting their time, chasing him away. What was Timba’s next course of action? Were the people of Zarma able to overcome this drought? Grab a copy of this impactful story to find out.

The book was very bright and colorful. It used diagrams of animals, making it captivating to kids. The brevity was one of the best aspects of the book. The language used could be easily read and understood by children. The author touched on several areas and shared many morals over a few pages and image slides. It also shared several facts about Africa, which I learned from. The book taught that Zarma is the second largest group in the land of Niger.

There are many moral lessons in the story, which I would love to outline. It taught patience and perseverance; if the animals could have cooperated and persevered, they would have gotten what they sought. I also learned not to get discouraged by others’ actions. Timba was lifted from being a commoner to being hailed as the chief for his actions. I noticed and was impressed by the author's writing and her expression of admiration for the African culture. I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. It was exceptionally well-edited, with no errors.

The book is very inspirational and would be enjoyed by children. Older readers can read it, as there are many facts and morals to be acquired.

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[Sinachi Azuka]

I do have a memory of a story like this. The characters of animals and how they survive in their village reminds us of the experiences we face in our different communities. I love this book and look forward to getting a copy. Thanks.

[Ifesi]

I really love books like this. One cannot get bored reading it. The people of Zarma will obviously be like different animals. I like the suspense and I look forward to reading this book. Thank you for a great review.

[Mark M Maxwell]

Animal Village by Nelda LaTeef is a captivating children's book that beautifully portrays the importance of resourcefulness and community collaboration in times of adversity. Through the character of Timba the tortoise, readers learn valuable lessons about perseverance and resilience. This impactful story is a must-read for children and adults alike

[Omobolanle Savage]

Animal Village by Nelda LaTeef shows a village with animals characters and how they collaborate to make decisions and solve problems. I would also recommend to the younger readers.

[Christian Jordan]

In the face of drought, Timba the tortoise suggests digging for water, inspired by old stories. Despite initial hope, the animals give up after days of fruitless digging, blaming Timba. To discover Timba's next move and whether the village overcomes the drought, read the impactful story.

[Robert Cortes]

Animal Village by Nelda LaTeef is a captivating children’s book set in the vibrant animal village of Zindair, abundant with food and water. The village faces a severe drought, prompting Chief Zamboha to call a meeting for solutions. When no ideas surface, Timba the tortoise suggests digging for water, inspired by ancient stories. Despite initial enthusiasm, the animals give up after days of fruitless digging and chase Timba away. I'm eager to unravel what fate will bring Timba in the eyes of the others who chased him away.

[Thomas D Flowers]

Your review of Animal Village by Nelda LaTeef highlights it as a charming and educational children's book that beautifully incorporates African culture and moral lessons. The story of Timba the tortoise and the drought-stricken village of Zindair seems to offer a compelling narrative that teaches important values such as patience, perseverance, and resilience in the face of adversity. The vibrant and colorful illustrations are noted to be captivating for children, making the book visually appealing and engaging for its young audience.