Author: Mike Unwin
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241380758
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Be truly inspired by these powerful true stories of animal heroes: meet heroic bears, drone-catching eagles, loyal dogs, sassy cats, and much, MUCH more! This book brings you the heart-wrenching stories of the real animals who traversed treacherous paths, made daring rescues and went above and beyond to save human lives. When faced with human conflict, these animals have all shown bravery, friendship, or brought comfort. Journey throughout history from Hannibal's elephants to a guide dog in the Twin Towers. Uncover 34 amazing animal stories - and celebrate their humans. With a heart-warming introduction from Michael Morpurgo. Illustrated in vivid colour by five different illustrators, and with knowledge from the experts at the Imperial War Museums, this is a book to treasure and share.
Tales of Amazing Animal Heroes
Author: Mike Unwin
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241380758
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Be truly inspired by these powerful true stories of animal heroes: meet heroic bears, drone-catching eagles, loyal dogs, sassy cats, and much, MUCH more! This book brings you the heart-wrenching stories of the real animals who traversed treacherous paths, made daring rescues and went above and beyond to save human lives. When faced with human conflict, these animals have all shown bravery, friendship, or brought comfort. Journey throughout history from Hannibal's elephants to a guide dog in the Twin Towers. Uncover 34 amazing animal stories - and celebrate their humans. With a heart-warming introduction from Michael Morpurgo. Illustrated in vivid colour by five different illustrators, and with knowledge from the experts at the Imperial War Museums, this is a book to treasure and share.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241380758
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Be truly inspired by these powerful true stories of animal heroes: meet heroic bears, drone-catching eagles, loyal dogs, sassy cats, and much, MUCH more! This book brings you the heart-wrenching stories of the real animals who traversed treacherous paths, made daring rescues and went above and beyond to save human lives. When faced with human conflict, these animals have all shown bravery, friendship, or brought comfort. Journey throughout history from Hannibal's elephants to a guide dog in the Twin Towers. Uncover 34 amazing animal stories - and celebrate their humans. With a heart-warming introduction from Michael Morpurgo. Illustrated in vivid colour by five different illustrators, and with knowledge from the experts at the Imperial War Museums, this is a book to treasure and share.
True Tales of Animal Heroes
Author: Allan Zullo
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781338540789
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
"Would you believe that some people's lives have been saved by animals? This is a fascinating book with stories about animals that have risked their lives to save the lives of their masters. Read about a dog that rescued two kids from a burning house, two wild elk save a boy from freezing in the mountains, a courageous cat fights off a deadly intruder, and two dolphins that saved a girl from a terrifying shark attack. Animal lovers will be amazed by the unbelievable tales in this book!"--Résumé de l'éditeur.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781338540789
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
"Would you believe that some people's lives have been saved by animals? This is a fascinating book with stories about animals that have risked their lives to save the lives of their masters. Read about a dog that rescued two kids from a burning house, two wild elk save a boy from freezing in the mountains, a courageous cat fights off a deadly intruder, and two dolphins that saved a girl from a terrifying shark attack. Animal lovers will be amazed by the unbelievable tales in this book!"--Résumé de l'éditeur.
Extraordinary Animal Heroes
Author: Marilyn Boyer
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
ISBN: 1614588775
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Meet unforgettable people and animals in the What a Character! Notable Lives from History series as you enjoy 10 real stories within each book! Designed to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these readers include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series! This volume, Extraordinary Animal Heroes, is recommended for Grade 6 and up and includes: Seargeant Stubby, the dog Murphy, the donkey Balto, the dog Cher Ami, the pigeon Tipperary Beauty, the dog Wojtek, the bear Judy, the dog Sergeat Reckless, the horse Chips, the dog Smoky, the dog Each book can be read in any order and includes colorful and fun images. Definitions are included to help readers learn the new words they will discover. Read for enjoyment or as an extension of your history, science, or language arts curriculum.
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
ISBN: 1614588775
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Meet unforgettable people and animals in the What a Character! Notable Lives from History series as you enjoy 10 real stories within each book! Designed to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these readers include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series! This volume, Extraordinary Animal Heroes, is recommended for Grade 6 and up and includes: Seargeant Stubby, the dog Murphy, the donkey Balto, the dog Cher Ami, the pigeon Tipperary Beauty, the dog Wojtek, the bear Judy, the dog Sergeat Reckless, the horse Chips, the dog Smoky, the dog Each book can be read in any order and includes colorful and fun images. Definitions are included to help readers learn the new words they will discover. Read for enjoyment or as an extension of your history, science, or language arts curriculum.
Courageous Canine
Author: Kelly Milner Halls
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 9781426313974
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"In Courageous Canine, you'll read three true stories of amazing animal heroes. First meet Lilly, a playful pit bull who bravely pulled her owner from the path of a speeding train; two pods of dolphins that saved swimmers from the most powerful predator on the planet; and two gorillas that proved just how alike apes and humans really are. Follow along on their incredible adventures as these awesome animals save the day!"--
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 9781426313974
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"In Courageous Canine, you'll read three true stories of amazing animal heroes. First meet Lilly, a playful pit bull who bravely pulled her owner from the path of a speeding train; two pods of dolphins that saved swimmers from the most powerful predator on the planet; and two gorillas that proved just how alike apes and humans really are. Follow along on their incredible adventures as these awesome animals save the day!"--
Dog Finds Lost Dolphins!
Author: Elizabeth Carney
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426310315
Category : Dogs
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
The first in a line of Animal Rescues chapter books, Dog Finds Lost Dolphins is a tale you'll not soon forget. In this charming and awe-inspiring story you'll meet Cloud, the black lab with a nose for rescue. She's the only dog certified to sniff out stranded dolphins. Cloud can sniff out a dolphin over a mile off the coast of the Florida Keys. She has even become friends with them, waiting on the dock for them to pop up and give her a kiss. This and two more amazing stories are so engaging, readers will never want to put the book down
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426310315
Category : Dogs
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
The first in a line of Animal Rescues chapter books, Dog Finds Lost Dolphins is a tale you'll not soon forget. In this charming and awe-inspiring story you'll meet Cloud, the black lab with a nose for rescue. She's the only dog certified to sniff out stranded dolphins. Cloud can sniff out a dolphin over a mile off the coast of the Florida Keys. She has even become friends with them, waiting on the dock for them to pop up and give her a kiss. This and two more amazing stories are so engaging, readers will never want to put the book down
The Book of Animal Superheroes
Author: David Dean
Publisher: Buster Books
ISBN: 9781780556147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A fascinating combination of true-life tales of heroic animals and information on incredible topics such as animal senses, intelligence, communication and the importance of animal conservation.
Publisher: Buster Books
ISBN: 9781780556147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A fascinating combination of true-life tales of heroic animals and information on incredible topics such as animal senses, intelligence, communication and the importance of animal conservation.
Animal Heroes
Author: Ben Holt
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1786851369
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Animal Heroes contains some of the most extraordinary true tales of bravery across the natural world, from domestic pets to wild animals, proving that when it comes to facing danger there’s more to them than meets the eye.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1786851369
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Animal Heroes contains some of the most extraordinary true tales of bravery across the natural world, from domestic pets to wild animals, proving that when it comes to facing danger there’s more to them than meets the eye.
Animal Superstars
Author: Aline Alexander Newman
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426310919
Category : Animal behaviour
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Presents the stories of three incredibly talented animals, including a motocross daredevil dog, a groundhog weather wonder, and a rock star cat.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426310919
Category : Animal behaviour
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Presents the stories of three incredibly talented animals, including a motocross daredevil dog, a groundhog weather wonder, and a rock star cat.
Heroes
Author: David Long
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571342116
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Thirty-three incredible stories of animal heroics from the team that brought you Blue Peter Award-winning SURVIVORS For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories. Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more. These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human. Glorious full-colour double-page illustrations throughout. Praise for the series: 'True-story fans will love this.' Inis Children's Books Ireland 'Full of incredible real-life stories . . . Ultimately an inspirational book, beautifully illustrated.' Angels and Urchins 'A great collection of harrowing, true survivor stories.' Kirkus
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571342116
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Thirty-three incredible stories of animal heroics from the team that brought you Blue Peter Award-winning SURVIVORS For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories. Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more. These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human. Glorious full-colour double-page illustrations throughout. Praise for the series: 'True-story fans will love this.' Inis Children's Books Ireland 'Full of incredible real-life stories . . . Ultimately an inspirational book, beautifully illustrated.' Angels and Urchins 'A great collection of harrowing, true survivor stories.' Kirkus
WildLives
Author: Ben Lerwill
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1534454845
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
From the illustrator of Herstory (a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2018) comes a fascinating and touching book about fifty extraordinary animals that made human history! Discover these amazing true tales of wild and wonderful lives—animal lives, that is! We often read heroic stories of brave people who made their mark on history. But did you know there are some pretty courageous creatures in our world, too? This captivating collection gathers fifty heartwarming, surprising, and powerful true stories of animals around the world who displayed immense bravery, aided in groundbreaking discoveries, and showed true friendship. Featuring a range of animals—from heroes to helpers, adventurers to achievers, and many more—young readers will discover some of the most unforgettable animals of all time. Compelling and gorgeously illustrated, WildLives is the perfect introduction to some of the amazing animals whose wild lives have made history.
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1534454845
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
From the illustrator of Herstory (a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2018) comes a fascinating and touching book about fifty extraordinary animals that made human history! Discover these amazing true tales of wild and wonderful lives—animal lives, that is! We often read heroic stories of brave people who made their mark on history. But did you know there are some pretty courageous creatures in our world, too? This captivating collection gathers fifty heartwarming, surprising, and powerful true stories of animals around the world who displayed immense bravery, aided in groundbreaking discoveries, and showed true friendship. Featuring a range of animals—from heroes to helpers, adventurers to achievers, and many more—young readers will discover some of the most unforgettable animals of all time. Compelling and gorgeously illustrated, WildLives is the perfect introduction to some of the amazing animals whose wild lives have made history.