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National Geographic Kids Mission: Lion Rescue

All About Lions and How to Save Them

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Paperback
$12.99 US
8.5"W x 10.88"H x 0.36"D   | 19 oz | 28 per carton
On sale Apr 08, 2014 | 128 Pages | 9781426314926
Age 10-14 years | Grades 5-9
Reading Level: Lexile 1000L | Fountas & Pinnell R

Inspiring young animal lovers to get up close to roaring lions and the real-life challenges they face is what Mission: Animal Rescue: Lions is all about. With fun and amazing adventure stories, gorgeous photography, hands-on activities, fascinating information, and more, this book taps into kids' interest in animals AND their passion for saving them. Meet real-life lions and learn about their habitats, challenges, and successes, plus learn how YOU can take action and save these amazing endangered creatures.
"Beautiful photographs of the animals in their habitat keep even the most reluctant reader engaged...A solid selection for students who are interested in animal conservation." --School Library Journal

"Dynamic and fact-laden, this book seeks to foster curiosity about onservation issues that are a world away for most readers and encourages them to action." --Booklist
ASHLEE BROWN BLEWETT is a nonfiction writer specializing in science, natural history, and exploration. In addition to writing and researching for National Geographic Children's Books, Ashlee has collaborated with countless National Geographic grantees and explorers to develop television series and specials about their work. A curious person by nature, she hopes to inspire others to investigate and appreciate the natural world around them. View titles by Ashlee Brown Blewett

About

Inspiring young animal lovers to get up close to roaring lions and the real-life challenges they face is what Mission: Animal Rescue: Lions is all about. With fun and amazing adventure stories, gorgeous photography, hands-on activities, fascinating information, and more, this book taps into kids' interest in animals AND their passion for saving them. Meet real-life lions and learn about their habitats, challenges, and successes, plus learn how YOU can take action and save these amazing endangered creatures.

Praise

"Beautiful photographs of the animals in their habitat keep even the most reluctant reader engaged...A solid selection for students who are interested in animal conservation." --School Library Journal

"Dynamic and fact-laden, this book seeks to foster curiosity about onservation issues that are a world away for most readers and encourages them to action." --Booklist

Author

ASHLEE BROWN BLEWETT is a nonfiction writer specializing in science, natural history, and exploration. In addition to writing and researching for National Geographic Children's Books, Ashlee has collaborated with countless National Geographic grantees and explorers to develop television series and specials about their work. A curious person by nature, she hopes to inspire others to investigate and appreciate the natural world around them. View titles by Ashlee Brown Blewett