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Book Synopsis: 2015 Schneider Family Book Award Winner * "A candid and deeply resonant account of a hard-fought battle against societal stigma, and an embrace of one's true talent and calling." —Publisher's Weekly, starred review
Speaking for the animals he loves gives one boy’s life hope, purpose, and truth in this gorgeous picture book autobiography. Alan loves animals, but the great cat house at the Bronx Zoo makes him sad. Why are they all alone in empty cages? Are they being punished? More than anything, he wants to be their champion—their voice—but he stutters uncontrollably. Except when he talks to animals…then he is fluent. Follow the life of the man Time Magazine calls, "the Indiana Jones of wildlife conservation" as he searches for his voice and fulfills a promise to speak for animals, and people, who cannot speak for themselves. This real-life story with tender illustrations by Catia Chien explores truths not defined by the spoken word.
Publishers Weekly Best Book Ezra Jack Keats New Writer HonorNotable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2015Winner of the 2015 Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award 2015 Green Earth Book Honor book Read more
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Are you ready to embark on an emotional journey of hope, purpose, and truth? Introducing "A Boy and a Jaguar," the heartwarming story that captured the prestigious 2015 Schneider Family Book Award. This captivating picture book autobiography follows the life of Alan, a boy who discovers his true calling in giving a voice to the animals he loves.
As Alan visits the great cat house at the Bronx Zoo, he can't help but feel a deep sadness seeing the majestic creatures confined to empty cages. His burning desire to be their champion, their voice against societal injustice, is hindered by a stutter that immobilizes him in most situations. However, when he interacts with animals, his speech becomes fluent, effortlessly conveying his thoughts and emotions.
Inspired by a true story, "A Boy and a Jaguar" chronicles the life of a remarkable man who grows up to become the Indiana Jones of wildlife conservation. With tender illustrations by Catia Chien, this book triumphs in exploring truths that transcend spoken language, shedding light on the power of compassion and empathy.
This remarkable book has garnered critical acclaim, with Publisher's Weekly praising its candid account of battling societal stigma and its embrace of one's true talent. It has also been recognized as a Publishers Weekly Best Book, recipient of the Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor, and winner of the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award and Green Earth Book Honor.
Don't miss out on experiencing the inspiring journey of "A Boy and a Jaguar." Order your copy today and discover the beauty of finding your voice and standing up for those who cannot speak for themselves.
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