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Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World’s Strangest Parrot (Scientists in the Field)
CCBC Review:
Kakapo parrots are big (up to nine pounds), flightless, whiskered, full of personality, and almost—but not quite—extinct. Efforts to save this rare species are the subject of this fascinating—and occasionally heartbreaking—account that showcases both success and failures of Kakapo conservation. Codifsh Island off the coast of New Zealand is a Kakapo sanctuary and breeding ground—the remote island is devoted to protecting and preserving the birds, and most of the 91 (by book’s end) surviving Kakapos in the world are found there. Sy Montgomery’s primary narrative enthusiastically documents the work of scientists, rangers, and the volunteers that are a huge part of the Kakapo rescue effort, while sidebars provide additional information about the birds, including how they came so close to extinction and early efforts to save them. Bishop’s alluring photos not only capture the absolute charm of the Kakapos but also the delight and commitment of those working to save them in another fine volume in the “Scientists in the Field” series. ©2010 Cooperative Children's Book Center
Illustrated by Nic Bishop
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 10-14
Age Range:
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Grades 9-12 (Age 14 and older)
Format:
Substantial Narrative Non-Fiction
Subjects:
Birds (Informational)
Environmental Challenges
Nature/Environment
Science and Scientists
Publisher:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publish Year: 2010
Pages: 73
ISBN: 9780618494170
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 639 Montgomery