The book is about a young and inquisitive cheetah cub who is curious why the vast savannah planes are dry and overgrazed. His mum cleverly teaches him and the reader, the important role that the cheetah plays in the food chain and the fine balance in our ecosystem. Is it possible that human beings are short-sighted? Can we not see the impact of our activities on planet Earth, it’s habitat and global warming? Will Charlie Cheetah open the eyes of the youth? A beautiful, informative and educational story for young and old, presented in the form of a colourfully illustrated book. It is relevant to today’s times where we face fossil fuel shortage and load shedding, with outcries for an alternate way forward. A book worth keeping in all libraries to inspire future generations to learn, think and be aware of how human activity is impacting our planet. It is time to make a change. The change will be to take responsibly for the future in order to make a difference. Khadija Ismail, Crescent Montessori School, Polokwane, South