Growing up in A Real Life Jungle Book

An Honorary Member Of The Tribe

It seemed like Tippi would be a welcome addition to any group, whether human or animal. Whenever the family met a new group of bushmen, Tippi was immediately accepted by the tribe’s children. They loved the way she joked around and her different skin and hair, and would happily adorn her hair with their beautiful beaded pieces. But Tippi's warm receptions would not last forever. It was very different from the reaction Tippi got once the family returned to Europe.

Extensive Travels

One day, Tippi's parents would decide that a special trip was in order. Off the coast of South Africa, are the Seabird Islands. The islands are home to a huge breeding site for coastal birdlife. The family wanted to see the islands and decided to visit them. Even there, Tippi was accepted by the bird colonies. She would run between them, completely at one with the flock. The feathery creatures would happily allow her to enter their breeding grounds.