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A Baby Elephant in the Wild
A Baby Elephant in the Wild
Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School , Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: September 17, 2014
Review
The author and her husband witnessed the birth of a wild baby elephant (Lisa) in Africa. This opportunity lead to them following Lisa over several months capturing fantastic photographs that show the young elephant's growth and development. Readers learn about the formation of a family group, eating, bathing practices, and ultimately read that these magnificent beasts are dwindling in the wild. There is just enough text to keep primary graders on the edge of their chairs as a teacher or parents shows the photos. The scrapbook presentation works well and the background colors complement the text and photos. Add this to primary school media centers and public libraries where animal books are craved by young readers.
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
O'Connell, Caitlin
Illustrator: O'Connell and Timothy Rodwell (photos), Caitlin
Illustration Quality: good
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin/Harcourt
Book Type: picture book nonfiction
Genre:
Audience: grades k-3
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: fair
ISBN: 9780544149441
Price: 16.99