Overview

A young girl's journey in the heart of Africa reveals the magic of nature and the incredible bond between humans and animals. Meet Daphne Sheldrick, a real-life hero whose kindness and courage changed the lives of orphaned elephants forever. When young Daphne Sheldrick begins caring for orphaned elephants in Kenya, she faces a world of challenges. With each elephant calf, she learns the value of patience, empathy, and the importance of wildlife conservation. Her story introduces children to the beauty of the natural world and the need to protect it. Parents, teachers, and librarians will find this story an inspiring way to teach young readers about compassion, responsibility, and environmental stewardship. Through Daphne's journey, readers of all ages will connect with the gentle giants she loves and fights for. As Daphne grows up, her determination to protect the elephants never wavers, even as poachers threaten the animals she cares for. Children will be inspired by her bravery, while parents and educators will appreciate the valuable lessons in empathy and perseverance. Mother To Elephants is perfect for sparking conversations about wildlife conservation, kindness, and the power of standing up for what's right. Fans of The Watcher, Shark Lady and The Girl Who Thought In Pictures will love this heartwarming true story for kids that proves one person-no matter where they begin-can make a big difference. 2024 Firebird Overall Children's Book Award Winner 2024 Children's Book International Gold Award Winner 2023 Readers View Silver Award Winner 2023 Literary Titan Gold Award Winner Inside, you'll find a treasure trove of ele-fantastic facts! It's an ideal choice for parents and teachers seeking: Inspiring nonfiction narratives Biographies about remarkable women Role models for young readers STEM-related content for kids Buy NOW and receive the ""Mother To Elephants"" Extra Childhood Scene and Ice Cream In A Bag science activity for FREE (details inside book)!

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9781965873083

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""If you only grab one animal story for young readers this year, grab THIS ONE!"" -Reedsy Discovery ""Has the potential to ignite a passion for wildlife conservation in the hearts of young readers and inspire them to be advocates for the voiceless creatures that share our planet."" - Literary Titan ""Author R.G. de Rouen has created a beautiful story around an incredible woman."" - Readers' Favorite ""Elephant Fun Facts were an added delight. Did you know that an elephant can be right tusked or left tusked just as humans are right or left-handed?"" - Netgalley/Goodreads reviewer ""Perfect for young, aspiring conservationists""- Tusk.org ""Thank you to Daphne Sheldrick and all those fighting to save our wildlife."" Reader Views Kids

Author Information

R.G. de Rouen writes stories that make kids laugh, think, and ask for seconds. A world-traveling teacher turned author, he's explored more international menus than he can count-though books remain his favorite dish. When not writing, he's probably dreaming up his next story over a plate of something delicious. Kateryna Rohotova (Kate) is an illustrator from Ukraine. She graduated from Luhansk State Institute of Culture and Arts as a digital artist. She worked for eight years as a 2D artist in the gaming industry, but in 2018 she became a freelance artist. Now her favorite part of her job is creating watercolor illustrations for children's books. Her hobbies include handmade crafts, photography, cooking, and aquariums, but drawing is the main passion of her life.

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