Jacket for Save the…Turtles!
The jacket for Save the…Turtles! is here! Looking very snazzy, with a dignified turtle against a vivid turquoise background.
One interesting thing I found out doing the research for this book–turtles are the only vertebrates with shells. Many, many animals have evolved shells for protection–beetles, clams, scorpions, lobsters. But it’s only occurred once among vertebrates. And that gave us the turtles, with an upper shell formed out of ribs and a lower shell out of what was once a shoulder bone.
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Clever little reptiles! (Not all little, either. A big leatherback could have a shell considerably larger than the hood of your car.)
Booklist reviews Save the…Rhinos!
Happy to see a nice review from Booklist for Save the…Rhinos! After the first book in a series, reviewers do not often follow up, so this is particularly welcomed. Thanks, Booklist!
“Thomson discusses threats to African and Asian species from poachers targeting their horns and from natural disasters. She notes that a single hurricane or tidal wave could quickly wipe out critically endangered Javan and Sumatran species, as each includes fewer than 100 rhinos. The efforts of local conservationists and worldwide supporters are discussed, and, in the back matter, readers are encouraged to help and given specific
ways of doing so. An informative book for readers who are concerned
about endangered animals.”
Listen Up!
Excited to announce that an audiobook of Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week is now available! I must be honest and say I have not yet listened. I’m a little nervous to do so….I have a very clear voice for Rani and Emily in my head, and it’s always disconcerting when a narrator (however talented) diverges from what I’ve been hearing for years.
But I will dive in soon and listen and appreciate…and I invite all of you to do so as well!
Oldest Ever
In doing some research for the upcoming Save the…Turtles! I have discovered that the oldest living land animal is a Seychelles giant tortoise named Jonathan, estimated to be 190 years old and with a decent chance of making it to his second century.
My editor, naturally, wanted to know if there were any marine animals that are as old or older. Yes. Including one Quahog clam who is 500.
I cannot imagine anything more boring than being a clam for 500 years.
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“Readers will treasure the blossoming friendship between opposites in this whimsically illustrated tale. Short chapters and plenty of action make for an accessible and appealing reading experience. . . . Touching and inspiring.”
—Kirkus Reviews