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by David A. Steen (Author), Chiara Fedele (Illustrator), Neon Squid (Author)
⭐ Selected as one of the Best Nature Books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews ⭐
⭐ Selected as one of the Best Informational Books of 2022 for Older Readers by Chicago Public Library ⭐
- The beavers reintroduced to their old territories to build dams to stop them flooding
- The Galápagos giant tortoises who beat the odds to survive extinction and return to their island home Throughout the heartwarming true stories, beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Chiara Fedele, children will learn how different species evolved to live side by side and will see what it takes to be a conservation scientist. They might even be inspired to become a wildlife activist themselves! By the end of the book kids will be left with a key message: it's not too late to fix the planet.
Author Biography
David A. Steen is a wildlife scientist and conservation biologist. He's also a science communicator--Slate Magazine described him as "The best biologist on Twitter." Steen founded The Alongside Wildlife Foundation, which suggests better ways humans can live alongside animals. He is also the author of The Secret of Snakes.
Chiara Fedele is a multi-award-winning illustrator from Milan, who has won the prestigious Italian Children's Literature Prize. She has a degree in illustration from La Scuola del Fumetto and uses a combination of traditional styles and digital work. Fedele works for publishers all around the world, and also provides illustrated storyboards for advertising companies and filmmakers. Her work includes Jason G. Duesing's The Moon Speaks and Audre Ades's The Rabbi and the Reverend.
Number of Pages: 80
Dimensions: 0.6 x 11.1 x 9.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: July 19, 2022
