The Masai have a reputation for courage, independence and a way of life that
fits with the grasslands of the East African plains. Find out all about the
people, their history and how they live, in this stunning non-fiction book by
top BBC wildlife filmmakers and photographers Jonathan and Angela Scott.

Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science
fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.

Text type A non-chronological report.

There is a useful glossary and index on pages 44 and 45 and a diary of the
day in the life f a Masai child on pages 46 and 47.

Curriculum links Geography: knowledge and understanding of places;
Citizenship: developing good relationships and respecting the differences
between people.