Awards

• Commended for Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards (Nonfiction) 2012
• Commended for Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (Children's Book) 2012
• Commended for Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award 2012

Overview

In the sprawling African scrub desert of Etosha National Park, they call her “the mother of all elephants.” Holding binoculars closely to her eyes, American scientist Caitlin O'Connell could not believe what she was seeing from these African elephants: as the mighty matriarch scanned the horizon, the other elephants followed suit, stopped midstride, and stood as still as statues. This observation would guide the scientist to a groundbreaking discovery about elephant communication: elephants actually listen with their limbs. AGE: 10-12 AUTHOR: Donna M. Jackson is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for children and holds a master's degree in journalism. Visit her website at www.donnamjackson.net. Caitlin O'Connell has devoted the past nineteen years of her research to the study of elephants. She lives in California with her husband, photographer Timothy Rodwell Colour photographs throughout

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This intriguing volume from the Scientists in the Field series will interest readers. -- Booklist The many color photographs, predominantly from the Namibian field sites, capture the majestic elder elephants, their always-appealing offspring, and the dusty, rugged landscapes in which the scientists and research assistants camp and work. -- Horn Book This amazing presentation is a must-have for all collections. -- School Library Journal, starred review

This intriguing volume from the Scientists in the Field series will interest readers. -- Booklist The many color photographs, predominantly from the Namibian field sites, capture the majestic elder elephants, their always-appealing offspring, and the dusty, rugged landscapes in which the scientists and research assistants camp and work. -- Horn Book This amazing presentation is a must-have for all collections. -- School Library Journal, starred review

Praise for the Scientists in the Field Series A first rate [series]. &#8211;&#8211; Horn Book, starred review Consistently excellent &#8211;&#8211; Booklist, starred review, a Top 10 Continuing Series selection: This universally acclaimed series, which follows actual scientists in their daily work from the field to the lab, not only conveys science concepts with precision through engaging narratives and dazzling photographs but also displays the contagious enthusiasm of those who love their work. Exemplary. &#8211;&#8211; Kirkus Review, starred review <br> Extreme Scientists<br> While the clearly written text includes vivid passages about the dangers these scientists face, it goes on to discuss what drives them to pursue their subjects and what they have discovered along the way. Each of the three sections concludes with an interview. The many excellent, color photos portray these adventurers as scientists intently focused on their work, though sometimes in unusual or unusu

This intriguing volume from the Scientists in the Field series will interest readers. -- Booklist

This intriguing volume from the Scientists in the Field series will interest readers. --Booklist The many color photographs, predominantly from the Namibian field sites, capture the majestic elder elephants, their always-appealing offspring, and the dusty, rugged landscapes in which the scientists and research assistants camp and work.--Horn Book This amazing presentation is a must-have for all collections. --School Library Journal, starred review --

Praise for the Scientists in the Field Series A first rate [series]. -- Horn Book, starred review Consistently excellent -- Booklist, starred review, a Top 10 Continuing Series selection: This universally acclaimed series, which follows actual scientists in their daily work from the field to the lab, not only conveys science concepts with precision through engaging narratives and dazzling photographs but also displays the contagious enthusiasm of those who love their work. Exemplary. -- Kirkus Review, starred review <br> Extreme Scientists<br> While the clearly written text includes vivid passages about the dangers these scientists face, it goes on to discuss what drives them to pursue their subjects and what they have discovered along the way. Each of the three sections concludes with an interview. The many excellent, color photos portray these adventurers as scientists intently focused on their work, though sometimes in unusual or unusually beautiful surroundings . . .

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Donna M. Jackson is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for children and holds a master's degree in journalism. She lives in Colorado.Visit her website at www.donnamjackson.net.Caitlin O'Connell has devoted the last nineteen years of her research career to the study of elephants. She lives in California with her husband, photographer Timothy Rodwell.

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