Very wonderful, very rare
Marilyn Baillie, Jonathan Baillie, Ellen Butcher
This spectacular book introduces children to some of the most endangered species on Earth, from the pygymy sloth to Attenborough's pitcher plant. Ages 9-11.
Read Time: ~0.7 hr
In the wild
by Sneed B. Collard III (2006)
About this book
"This book focuses on a new breed of scientist: one who works in zoos. ... At Zoo Atlanta, In Georgia, scientists such as Dr. Tara Stoinski and Dr. Thomas Butynski have been sent out into the wild to save our endangered primates." Introduction.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreIn the wild Lead Character
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