On the Serengeti Plains of East Africa the baby elephant is born into the constant love and care of her mother and extended family. But the grasses of the plains often hide hungry lions and hyenas just waiting for a young one to fall behind the others. The little elephant will have a lot of growing to do before she no longer fears predators and is able to protect another baby in the family. Original color photographs taken in the wild Simple, informative stories Includes a Did You Know? Section of interesting facts Complete with introduction, table of contents, and index for parents and teachers A fine introduction to nature for preschoolers and primary readers