Safari 
by 
Robert Bateman (Illustrator), 
Rick Archbold 
Reading level: Ages 9-12 
Hardcover - 32 pages 1 edition (October 1998) 
Synopsis 
The world's preeminent wildlife artist, Robert Bateman invites young readers to join him on a trip to Africa to observe different animals and to learn something about their behavior.  Bateman captures not only the fine details of the animals' appearances but the essence of their nature as well.

School Library Journal, October 1998 
(Starred) The book invited readers on an African safari to observe a variety of animals in their natural habitats. Each two-to-four-page section focuses on one or two animals including the elephant, leopard, wildebeest, and zebra. Bateman shares his experiences with and impression of each creature in the wild. Additional information such as habitat, size, range, and food is provided in inset boxes. However, the real focus here and the most outstanding feature is the artwork. These illustrations combined with text create a sort of travel diary that clearly conveys the artists love of wildlife. An endnote emphasizes the importance of conservation. Those seeking information for reports will need to look elsewhere, but for all others this is an eye-catching, entrancing journey.