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Survival
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2019
An MASL Dogwood Reader's Award Title
An important nonfiction picture book about conservation and saving endangered animal species for young readers.
From the rainforest to the savannah to the depths of the ocean, animal life in every continent and habitat has been affected by human activity.
Louise McNaught's powerful animal portraits bring to life 20 stunning creatures and their fight for survival. Discover the dangers they face, the action being taken to protect them, and their vital importance on Earth.
Be inspired to join the movement to conserve species and find out how you can make a difference.
An MASL Dogwood Reader's Award Title
An important nonfiction picture book about conservation and saving endangered animal species for young readers.
From the rainforest to the savannah to the depths of the ocean, animal life in every continent and habitat has been affected by human activity.
Louise McNaught's powerful animal portraits bring to life 20 stunning creatures and their fight for survival. Discover the dangers they face, the action being taken to protect them, and their vital importance on Earth.
Be inspired to join the movement to conserve species and find out how you can make a difference.
51 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 17, 2019
32 people want to read
About the author
Anna Claybourne
705 books47 followersFreelance children’s writer and editor, based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Anna Claybourne writes children's information books on all kinds of topics: science experiments, ancient history, the human body, things to make, the environment, robots, evolution, art, fashion, Shakespeare and many more - as well as retellings of myths, legends and Shakespeare plays, and rhyming stories.
She studied English literature at university, but has always been interested in science, technology and art and design as well. She loves making and crafting, especially sewing, and her house is full of fabrics, craft materials, tools and books. Other interests and passions include camping, cats, outdoor swimming, news and politics, and music - she plays the trombone and has played in many different bands and orchestras, including performing live on a John Peel session in 2002 with Scottish band Ballboy.
Anna was born and grew up in Yorkshire, but has also lived in Canada as a student, Iceland as an au pair, and Costa Rica as a conservation volunteer, where she saw tarantulas, tapirs, monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and giant katydids. She now lives in Edinburgh with her two children and two cats, Skye and Socks.
Anna Claybourne writes children's information books on all kinds of topics: science experiments, ancient history, the human body, things to make, the environment, robots, evolution, art, fashion, Shakespeare and many more - as well as retellings of myths, legends and Shakespeare plays, and rhyming stories.
She studied English literature at university, but has always been interested in science, technology and art and design as well. She loves making and crafting, especially sewing, and her house is full of fabrics, craft materials, tools and books. Other interests and passions include camping, cats, outdoor swimming, news and politics, and music - she plays the trombone and has played in many different bands and orchestras, including performing live on a John Peel session in 2002 with Scottish band Ballboy.
Anna was born and grew up in Yorkshire, but has also lived in Canada as a student, Iceland as an au pair, and Costa Rica as a conservation volunteer, where she saw tarantulas, tapirs, monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and giant katydids. She now lives in Edinburgh with her two children and two cats, Skye and Socks.
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August 10, 2023
Fewer than 20,000 polar bears remain. Fewer than 4,000 Madagascan lemurs remain in the wild. Tigers, Asian Elephants, Orangutans… all on the brink.
Yet so much essential international work has been done, and the book tries to also showcase it.
I wish some pages could have looked at less photogenic and obviously sympathetic species, and also wish for a section pointing children at what they could do, how they could organize action.
The economic and living standard issues of bush meat, poaching and ecotourism are barely introduced, and while they are very complex, along with the climate crisis they may decide species survival.
Yet so much essential international work has been done, and the book tries to also showcase it.
I wish some pages could have looked at less photogenic and obviously sympathetic species, and also wish for a section pointing children at what they could do, how they could organize action.
The economic and living standard issues of bush meat, poaching and ecotourism are barely introduced, and while they are very complex, along with the climate crisis they may decide species survival.
November 11, 2019
This book is a nonfiction text that provides readers with information about wildlife life conservation and animals facing challenges surviving all over the world. This book landed itself on my favorites shelf because of its relevant information, text features, and beautiful paintings by conservation activist and artist Louise McNaught. The story is introduced with background information about how humans have impacted wildlife survival and why we need to continue to take action. The book then introduces and shares facts about 20 different wildlife animals including their Latin names, statuses, populations, sizes, habitats, and locations. Also, on each animal’s page, there is a description of the animal, how their survival has been challenged by the growing human population, and what humans are currently doing to protect their well-being. I can imagine students being interested by all of the facts and enticed by the incredible illustrations. I also really appreciate that this book concludes with a list of ways people can work to protect wildlife throughout their daily lives. Because of the vocabulary and text features, this book is likely most appropriate for third grade and above.
Within reading instruction, this text would fit naturally in a lesson on non-fiction text features. This book has a key, map, and timeline in the beginning that is rather crucial to fully understanding the rest of the text. Also, there are maps throughout the book and text boxes that offer important information. Additionally, this text could be used for reading comprehension instruction by asking students to describe the main points and key details provided throughout the text. There is also a variety of vocabulary terms found within the book that could be useful within vocabulary instruction (i.e., critical, endangered, sustainable, etc.). This book also lends itself nicely to geography as students get peaks of different animals around the world and what has impacted their habitats.
Within reading instruction, this text would fit naturally in a lesson on non-fiction text features. This book has a key, map, and timeline in the beginning that is rather crucial to fully understanding the rest of the text. Also, there are maps throughout the book and text boxes that offer important information. Additionally, this text could be used for reading comprehension instruction by asking students to describe the main points and key details provided throughout the text. There is also a variety of vocabulary terms found within the book that could be useful within vocabulary instruction (i.e., critical, endangered, sustainable, etc.). This book also lends itself nicely to geography as students get peaks of different animals around the world and what has impacted their habitats.
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A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2019
An important nonfiction picture book about conservation and saving endangered animal species for young readers. From the rainforest to the savannah to the depths of the ocean, animal life in every continent and habitat has been affected by human activity. Louise McNaught's powerful animal portraits bring to life 20 stunning creatures and their fight for survival. Discover the dangers they face, the action being taken to protect them, and their vital importance on Earth.Be inspired to join the movement to conserve species and find out how you can make a difference.
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2019
An important nonfiction picture book about conservation and saving endangered animal species for young readers. From the rainforest to the savannah to the depths of the ocean, animal life in every continent and habitat has been affected by human activity. Louise McNaught's powerful animal portraits bring to life 20 stunning creatures and their fight for survival. Discover the dangers they face, the action being taken to protect them, and their vital importance on Earth.Be inspired to join the movement to conserve species and find out how you can make a difference.
September 25, 2019
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Survival is a GORGEOUS book! It is filled with information about 20 species that are facing the challenge of survival. There is information about each animal, ways to help save them, and information about their current status.
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The pictures are stunning! We chose one animal to make a craft on. The kids chose PANDA 🐼, I mean look at that cover!
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This book will be great for future projects in school too! It can be an inspiration to those looking to take steps in helping these animals! It was just released this month!
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Survival is a GORGEOUS book! It is filled with information about 20 species that are facing the challenge of survival. There is information about each animal, ways to help save them, and information about their current status.
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The pictures are stunning! We chose one animal to make a craft on. The kids chose PANDA 🐼, I mean look at that cover!
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This book will be great for future projects in school too! It can be an inspiration to those looking to take steps in helping these animals! It was just released this month!
February 7, 2021
A unique animal book, focusing on endangered species. Excellent information on conservation, including a timeline, statuses defined, current movements and--most important for young readers--how to help.
November 14, 2019
What a gorgeous book!
December 12, 2019
Visually stunning, high appeal, lots of substance. Highly recommended for ages 8-12.
January 18, 2020
My full recommendation: https://librariansquest.blogspot.com/...
May 26, 2020
Stunning illustrations!
December 23, 2020
Animal Facts + Conservation + Incredible incredible incredible illustrations = engagement for hours!
January 1, 2021
In this stunning and informative book, Louise McNaught and Anna Clayborne introduce many animals who are in danger of being lost forever. The book begins with an explanation of what conservation is, including a timeline of conservation and extinctions for various species. Animals in the book range from those who are likely familiar to many readers such as the Siberian tiger, snow leopard, ring-tailed lemur, polar bear, and blue whale. Also included are lesser known species such as the Luzon peacock swallowtail and scalloped hammerhead.
The best part of the book was the illustrations, which are absolutely amazing. Illustrations are lifelike in their detail, set strikingly against bright solid-colored backgrounds. They have a ghostly fade to them in parts showing how they are in danger of disappearing forever.
This particularly informative book also contains on each page, a map with where the animal lives (and place spelled out), their Latin name, status - whether endangered or critically endangered vulnerable, population numbers if known, habitat. Finally the book ends with what you can do to help. A striking, interesting, and informative book on the topic.
The best part of the book was the illustrations, which are absolutely amazing. Illustrations are lifelike in their detail, set strikingly against bright solid-colored backgrounds. They have a ghostly fade to them in parts showing how they are in danger of disappearing forever.
This particularly informative book also contains on each page, a map with where the animal lives (and place spelled out), their Latin name, status - whether endangered or critically endangered vulnerable, population numbers if known, habitat. Finally the book ends with what you can do to help. A striking, interesting, and informative book on the topic.
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