My Bibi Always Remembers

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 25, 2015

Review

A herd of multigenerational elephants are searching the African savannah for water to quench their thirst. Little Tempo (the Swahili word for elephant) knows that his Bibi (the Swahili word for grandmother) will remember the way as she had led her family to wet many times. This is the story of a youngster who tries to stay with her elders but is easily distracted by her environment and memories.

Ever the librarian, Buzzeo has added an informational author's note which explains that elephants live in a female society. In addition she mentions an organization that protects Africa’s elephants.

Readers will enjoy accompanying Tempo on her romp through the savannah. This would be a good addition to pre-school and K book shelves. Purchase for public libraries where patrons appreciate stories about animals in their natural environment.

Overall Book Score: very good