We cooled our feet and our throats in the river
and ate what we could catch or find
in Africa
And we changed slowly
as the river-washed stones grew smooth as moons
Noted children?s author and p
We cooled our feet and our throats in the river
and ate what we could catch or find
in Africa
And we changed slowly
as the river-washed stones grew smooth as moons
Noted children?s author and poet Alice Schertle brings to young readers the fascinating
story of the common origins of the human family. In spare, lyrical verse she traces the evolution
of human development from its beginnings in Africa seven million years ago to modern times,
highlighting the emergence of diversity among peoples and the spread of culture, technology,
and our ability to form complex, and sometimes troubled, societies. With vibrant collage
illustrations by Kenneth Addison, this book provides readers with a fascinating look at the
development of today?s richly diverse human community.
Now in paperback, a poetic exploration of the course of human development, following the
evolution of humankind out of Africa from seven million years ago to today.
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ALICE SCHERTLE has written numerous books for young readers, ranging from picture books
to poetry collections, many of which have received starred reviews, ?notables? citations, and
?best books? awards. She has always been fascinated by the subject of human origins, and the
idea for this book came from reading about this subject in detail. Schertle lives in Plainfield,
Massachusetts.
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