Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World's Strangest Parrot Contributor(s): Montgomery, Sy (Author), Bishop, Nic (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0544668294 ISBN-13: 9780544668294 Publisher: Clarion Books
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Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Birds - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Biology |
Dewey: 639.978 |
Age Level: 10-12 |
Grade Level: 5-7 |
Series: Scientists in the Field (Paperback) |
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 11" W x 9" L (0.80 lbs) 80 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Inspiration |
Features: Ikids, Price on Product |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 136550 Reading Level: 6.4 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 3.0 |
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Publisher Description: 2011 Sibert Medal Winner Now, on an island refuge with the last of the species, New Zealand's National Kakapo Recovery Team is working to restore the kakapo population. With the help of fourteen humans who share a single hut and a passion for saving these odd ground-dwelling birds, the kakapo are making a comeback in New Zealand. Follow intrepid animal lovers Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop on a ten-day excursion to witness the exciting events in the life of the kakapo. |
Contributor Bio(s): Montgomery, Sy: - In addition to researching films, articles, and over twenty books, National Book Award finalist Sy Montgomery has been honored with a Sibert Medal, two Science Book and Film Prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, three honorary degrees, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock, New Hampshire, with her husband, Howard Mansfield, and their border collie, Thurber. Website: symontgomery.com Twitter: @SyTheAuthor.Bishop, Nic: - Nic Bishop, who holds a doctorate in the biological sciences, is the photographer of many acclaimed books for children. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand.Visit his website at: nicbishop.com |
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