Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles Contributor(s): Valdez, Patricia (Author), Sala, Felicita (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0399557253 ISBN-13: 9780399557255 Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: March 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Reptiles & Amphibians - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Zoology |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2017020650 |
Age Level: 4-8 |
Grade Level: PreK-3 |
Lexile Measure: 800 AD (Adult Directed Text) |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.6" W x 11" L (0.95 lbs) 40 pages |
Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product |
Review Citations: Booklist 12/01/2017 pg. 51 Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2017 School Library Journal 01/01/2018 pg. 102 Publishers Weekly 02/19/2018 Horn Book Magazine 05/01/2018 pg. 150 Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2018 - Superior,Well Above Average |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 197453 Reading Level: 4.5 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: For fans of Ada Twist: Scientist comes a fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist--who loved reptiles Back in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithery and scaly ones, who turned over teacups and crawled past the crumpets.... While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere--she even brought a crocodile to school When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children's tea parties--with her komodo dragon as the guest of honor. With a lively text and vibrant illustrations, scientist and writer Patricia Valdez and illustrator Felicita Sala bring to life Joan Procter's inspiring story of passion and determination. A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year selection |
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