National Geographic Kids Mission: Panda Rescue: All About Pandas and How to Save Them (NGK Mission: Animal Rescue) - Softcover

Jazynka, Kitson

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1426320884 ISBN 13: 9781426320880

Publisher: National Geographic Kids, 2016

Synopsis

The mission of this book is to get up close to giant pandas to learn all about their lives, the challenges they face, and what can be done to help save them. Discover a true story about a panda in the wild, amazing adventure stories from real-life explorers in the field, and hands-on rescue activities for ideas on how YOU can take action to help save these amazing creatures.

About this title

About the Author

DANIEL RAVEN-ELLISON is a National Geographic Emerging Explorer and guerilla geographer. He's a lead partner in The Geography Collective, a group of educators and geographers who produce books, websites, and events, to inspire kids about the world around them.

KITSON JAZYNKA is a lifelong animal lover, award-winning freelance writer, and children's author. Kitson contributes to National Geographic Kids, American Girl, Horse Illustrated, and The Washington Post, among others. She lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband, their two children, one big German Shepherd dog, and one very patient cat.

Reviews

Gr 4-7-These books provide general background information about the topic animal-largely focusing on conservation efforts. Each title includes interviews with scientists and conservationists, graphics about ways students can get involved in the preservation of these creatures, and information about why pandas and sharks are becoming endangered. The books feature several engaging visual elements: sidebars that resemble comic strips, fact boxes, and large photographs. The images are bright, appealing, and eye-catching. Though the pages are broken up with visual elements, many include dense blocks of text. The photos are sure to engage reluctant readers, but the text itself may be better utilized by those with previous background knowledge. The comprehensive back matter is well organized and great for reports. There are student-friendly print and online resources, as well as lists of conservation organizations and international zoos and research centers where sharks and pandas can be seen. VERDICT Purchase for collections where HMH's "Scientists in the Field" is popular or for schools with active conservation clubs.-Celia Dillon, The Brearley School, New Yorkα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Edition details

• Publisher: National Geographic Kids
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1426320884
• ISBN 13: 9781426320880
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112