This is an engaging retelling of an Anansi story, written for children just learning to read. Anansi, the African trickster spider, tells Elephant and Rhino he can beat them both in a tug of war. To their astonishment, he does...or does he? This title features easy reading text that is brought to life with delightful illustrations. There are puzzles at the back of the book that consolidate learning. It is part of the successful "Usborne First Reading" series, developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer in Education and reading specialist at Roehampton University.
Themes & Educational Topics
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Trickster Tales: Focuses on the clever spider character, Anansi.
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Brains Over Brawn: Demonstrates how intelligence and wit can outsmart physical strength.
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Respect: Teaches a lesson about respecting smaller creatures.
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Animals: Includes characters like an Elephant and a Rhino (or Killer Whale in some versions).
- Character Traits: Resourcefulness, courage, and wit
Anansi And The Tug Of War by Lesley Sim is part of the beloved Usborne First Reading series — perfect for early readers building confidence and fluency. Join the clever spider Anansi in this classic African folk tale as he uses his wit to outsmart the biggest animals in the jungle!
- Author: Lesley Sim
- Series: Usborne First Reading
- Engaging illustrations and simple text to support independent reading
Age - 3+
Grade - Pre-K+
Author - Lesley Sim
Format - Paperback
Pages - 32
Dimensions - 13.8 x 1 x 20.5 cm
