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Can We Save the Tiger?
The team behind the award-winning APE returns with an inspiring look at a range of endangered species sure to engage every child who loves animals.
Tigers are pretty special — and so are ground iguanas and partula snails and even white-rumped vultures. But these and many other animals are in danger of disappearing altogether, joining the dodo, the marsupial wolf, the great...more
Tigers are pretty special — and so are ground iguanas and partula snails and even white-rumped vultures. But these and many other animals are in danger of disappearing altogether, joining the dodo, the marsupial wolf, the great...more
Hardcover, 56 pages
Published
February 22nd 2011
by Candlewick
(first published February 2011)
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This book runs through a number of animals that are extinct. It features dodo birds, sea cows, marsupial wolves, great auks, and broad-faced potoroos. It tells how we will never see these interesting animals alive. Then it begins to talk about the tigers, an endangered species. It gives many facts such as size, life span, and eating habits of tigers. It describes them as big, beautiful and fierce. The book then describes more endangered species in short detail. The book describes how conservatio...more
Alison For Big Book Little Book
This is a bit different to all the other reviews I’ve done as this isn’t a fiction book, but a non-fiction book. It’s a book that gives you facts and information rather than telling a story. But then that doesn’t quite sum it up either. The style of writing in this book does make it sound like the author is telling a story; it’s just in this case it’s true. I struggled to work out what age group this book is aimed at. There is quite a lot of writing and some of the...more
This is a bit different to all the other reviews I’ve done as this isn’t a fiction book, but a non-fiction book. It’s a book that gives you facts and information rather than telling a story. But then that doesn’t quite sum it up either. The style of writing in this book does make it sound like the author is telling a story; it’s just in this case it’s true. I struggled to work out what age group this book is aimed at. There is quite a lot of writing and some of the...more
I wasn't a huge fan of the illustrations (they seemed almost like National Geographic photographs fed through some sort of pencil art creation software); it's the narrative that's super wonderful. Nonfiction for kids is hard to write; all the best popular nonfiction has to balance on a tightrope between information and storytelling. Kids nonfiction is the worst - it can either be too much story (those old Childhood of Famous Americans books come to mind) or too much information (report fodder)....more
"The world is quite a big place, you know. But it's not that big, when you consider how much there is to squeeze into it. ....... Us humans have changed the world a lot over the years, to make room for ourselves and to produce the things we need...... Some of the other animals and plants that we share the Earth with have coped with the changes very well. But some haven't."
Martin Jenkins, a conservation biologist, accompanies us around the world on a 56 page journey of phenomenal fauna. From anim...more
Martin Jenkins, a conservation biologist, accompanies us around the world on a 56 page journey of phenomenal fauna. From anim...more
Can We Save the Tiger? by Martin Jenkins and illustrated Vicky White is a gorgeous picture book with a powerful message and already has won an award as a 2011 Boston Globe – Horn Book honor book for nonfiction. Jenkins introduces the reader to several interesting animals that have gone extinct and others, like the tiger, that are on the verge of extinction due to human activity, while engaging in a dialogue about how complex conservation issues are.
Starting with the dodo, which was last seen in...more
Starting with the dodo, which was last seen in...more
I loved when you looked at each page it looked like you could pull the animal out of it! You can’t believe someone even drew it! This is a very good book. It tells you a TON about endangered animals. I really recommend this book!
I love the realistic style of the Illustrations in this book. It really gets you into the story and how we need to help save the animals that are endangered. I love how they emphasize the animal by putting them in color, in a black and white picture. I would recommend t...more
I love the realistic style of the Illustrations in this book. It really gets you into the story and how we need to help save the animals that are endangered. I love how they emphasize the animal by putting them in color, in a black and white picture. I would recommend t...more
This beautifully illustrated book begins with a question on the title page and through its conversational tone, introduces young readers to animals that have been lost to extinction over the years, animals that are in danger, and animals that are recovering, thanks in part to awareness. Without preaching, this gentle text inspires wonder and respect for the space and resources animals need and issues a quiet challenge not to stand by while more are lost. The art in this book is simply stunning -...more
"Can We Save the Tiger?" is a beautifully written and illustrated children's book about the animals that are extinct or endangered because of what humans have done to their habitat. However it isn't one of those preachy books about global warming (I'm kinda sick of those). Instead it encourages people to really think about the effect our choices have on the animal species that live around us. We need to remember that we are not the only species who are entitled to this home we call Earth. I lear...more
Jenkins introduces reasons why animals become endangered and presents several examples of endangered animals for each cause. Concise information supports research and sparks interest in learning more about the animals. Vicky White's pencil and oil paint illustrations for each animal are amazing with lush detail worthy of an encyclopedia or art book.
Dec 06, 2012
Ashleigh Smithers
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Can We Save the Tiger? This book is a debated book. Some people have said that this book is to dishearting for children but others say it is a good book for them to read to get a sense of what is going on. I think this book is a little too strong for younger children but I believe that older children should understand what is happening to all the animals. I liked how this book went through all the extinct animals and then into the ones that were on the verge of being extinct. This book went into...more
In this remarkable and unique book, Martin Jenkins takes a conversational tone to explain to young readers some of the reasons animals become extinct or endangered and why it's important to protect them. The illustrations pair very nicely with the text, creating a sketchbook feel that adds to the intimacy of the text. This is not a list of facts about endangered species (although sketches and brief information of many extinct and endangered animals are included), but rather an explanation about...more
This is a fascinating look at endangered animals, some of which are now extinct, some of which are still on the brink of extinction, and some of which we have successfully saved and are no longer considered endangered. The illustrations are simply gorgeous; the picture of the tiger (cover and p. 11) is so lifelike and beautiful. The information provided in the narrative is informative, but not overwhelmingly detailed. It can easily be read at one sitting, unlike many other non-fiction science bo...more
Truly gorgeous drawings of animals + conversational, emotional, fact-filled text = one powerful book about endangered species.
I particularly loved how reasonable, yet persuasive the writing was. For example, the closing paragraph:
"When it comes to looking after all the species that are already endangered, there's such a lot to do that sometimes it might all seem to be too much, especially when there are so many other important things to worry about. But if we stop trying, the chances are that...more
I particularly loved how reasonable, yet persuasive the writing was. For example, the closing paragraph:
"When it comes to looking after all the species that are already endangered, there's such a lot to do that sometimes it might all seem to be too much, especially when there are so many other important things to worry about. But if we stop trying, the chances are that...more
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Summary: Humans are destroying the Earth at an incredible rate and probably don't realize the destruction that this is causing on the animal population. This book shares with the reader endangered animals that may not exist for that much longer if we do not change how we treat the Earth.
What I Think: There is something powerful at work in this book. It's format, it's facts, it's prose, and it's illustrations just all work together so perfectl...more
Summary: Humans are destroying the Earth at an incredible rate and probably don't realize the destruction that this is causing on the animal population. This book shares with the reader endangered animals that may not exist for that much longer if we do not change how we treat the Earth.
What I Think: There is something powerful at work in this book. It's format, it's facts, it's prose, and it's illustrations just all work together so perfectl...more
I'll admit, when this book showed up on the 100 Scope Notes / Watch. Connect. Read. Top 20 book list, I groaned out loud. I'd read my share of hyper-eco-friendly books this year, most annoyingly The Green Mother Goose and Arthur Turns Green, and I wasn't looking forward to another.
But the art! Black-and-white pencil drawings that turn into full-color illustrations. And the structure! Well-organized information that provides just the right amount of detail.
You need to read this book before the ye...more
But the art! Black-and-white pencil drawings that turn into full-color illustrations. And the structure! Well-organized information that provides just the right amount of detail.
You need to read this book before the ye...more
This book has a unique pairing of down-to-earth text and stunning animal portraits; the combination is effective in engaging the reader through heart. This is an informative, easy-to-understand book that can be used in any discussion about extinction and wildlife conservation.
The book discusses the effects of human population on the world’s animals. It starts by discussing reasons of why certain species have become extinct (dodo, great auk) or are endangered (tiger). But this book isn’t a downer...more
The book discusses the effects of human population on the world’s animals. It starts by discussing reasons of why certain species have become extinct (dodo, great auk) or are endangered (tiger). But this book isn’t a downer...more
This oversized book makes a great first impression. That cover art is just luscious. It's conversational, if a bit random and inconsistent with factoids. The art is what takes center stage - mostly black and white studies - simply stunning. Then, a repeated usage of an ungrammatical phrase jarred my attention, and I'm grammar challenged and usually oblivious. Repeated readings leave me slightly less impressed, but I still like the book. There's a page with plenty of websites to learn more about...more
This book wasn't really a good book for kids per say, but as for an informational children's book to teach kids about the endangerment of the tigers it is perfect. The illustrations are very life-like and the words, although a little boring, carry a meaningful message. Jenkins really aimed to inform kids of the danger that tigers are in and why they are going extinct. I like how she also gives examples of other animals that have gone extinct to give it a bit of emotional appeal, by saying that w...more
Nov 16, 2012
Jessica
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Can We Save the Tiger is a non-fiction book that contains gorgeous illustrations. This book is about many animals in our world that are becoming extinct and we may never see again. It presents ideas to the reader of ways, we as humans, have an effect on the extinction of these animals. It also provides ways we can conserve the animals environments that we share our planet with.
I think this book would be awesome for any grade. It provides great information about the extinction process and what we...more
I think this book would be awesome for any grade. It provides great information about the extinction process and what we...more
Ages: 4-10 years
An introduction to extinct & endangered species including the tiger, sloth bear, partula snails, bison, kakapos, and several more. Jenkins provides explanations regarding the dwindling numbers including beauty, ferocity, need for big stretches of land, introduction of nonnative predators, and disease. Jenkins doesn't ruthlessly blame humans for inhumanity but reveals the reasoning behind past actions--reasons that can be overcome. Jenkins explains success stories and the pote...more
An introduction to extinct & endangered species including the tiger, sloth bear, partula snails, bison, kakapos, and several more. Jenkins provides explanations regarding the dwindling numbers including beauty, ferocity, need for big stretches of land, introduction of nonnative predators, and disease. Jenkins doesn't ruthlessly blame humans for inhumanity but reveals the reasoning behind past actions--reasons that can be overcome. Jenkins explains success stories and the pote...more
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The Nonfiction Detectives' review:
There has been a lot of buzz in the kidlit world about Can We Save the Tiger? ever since it was released in February. You might wonder why we haven't reviewed it yet. We launched The Nonfiction Detectives blog in late April, so we were just getting our site off the ground when bloggers and reviewers were singing the book's praises. So without further adieu, here is our review of Can We Save the Tiger?
Martin Jenkins and Vic...more
The Nonfiction Detectives' review:
There has been a lot of buzz in the kidlit world about Can We Save the Tiger? ever since it was released in February. You might wonder why we haven't reviewed it yet. We launched The Nonfiction Detectives blog in late April, so we were just getting our site off the ground when bloggers and reviewers were singing the book's praises. So without further adieu, here is our review of Can We Save the Tiger?
Martin Jenkins and Vic...more
Audience- K-3rd graders,science teachers and anyone who loves animals.
Appeal- The illustrations and storytelling style of the author make this nonfiction book great as a read aloud. The author does an excellent job of making a difficult concept easier to understand for the younger reader.
Boston Globe-Horn Book Award nominee
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year Award
American Library Association Notable Books for Children Award
Kate Greenaway Medal nominee
Appeal- The illustrations and storytelling style of the author make this nonfiction book great as a read aloud. The author does an excellent job of making a difficult concept easier to understand for the younger reader.
Boston Globe-Horn Book Award nominee
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year Award
American Library Association Notable Books for Children Award
Kate Greenaway Medal nominee
Audience: 2-6th grade, children who like unique animals, children doing research of different endangered and extinct animals, science or geography classes.
Appeal: Provides a basic overview of different animals that are endangered and extinct and tries to explain why. Some of the words are small and hard to read, but provide a basic description of the animal. The back of the book contains links to places for students to get more information.
School Library Journal 2011 Best Non-Fiction Book
Appeal: Provides a basic overview of different animals that are endangered and extinct and tries to explain why. Some of the words are small and hard to read, but provide a basic description of the animal. The back of the book contains links to places for students to get more information.
School Library Journal 2011 Best Non-Fiction Book
Oh I knew this would be a brilliant book, but never did I imagine just how thrilling, devistating and overall "We need you" it would be.
The details, the intrivcate and beautiful pictures, the story and just everything about this story leaves me wanting more, it leaves me wanting to go out and move to Vietnam to help this kind of animal, Tigers, Elephnats... now.
It's the kind of book that could start a revolution, and I wish it would; a revolution of helping creatures great and small, from the Ti...more
The details, the intrivcate and beautiful pictures, the story and just everything about this story leaves me wanting more, it leaves me wanting to go out and move to Vietnam to help this kind of animal, Tigers, Elephnats... now.
It's the kind of book that could start a revolution, and I wish it would; a revolution of helping creatures great and small, from the Ti...more
Jenkins shares information about endangered and extinct animals in this well-written book. The information includes location, eating and breeding habits, as well as what has been done to save some endangered species. The format bounces back and forth between a story about specific animals and facts about species that share a similar situation. Vicky White's illustrations, some in color and some strictly black and white drawings, add nicely to the book.
Gorgeous illustrations and intelligent, yet simple, text make this an incredible book on endangered species for children. The book gives facts and tells short stories about animals and plants that have become extinct or been saved from extinction. More importantly, it does this in a way that invites readers to ask questions and remember how important it is to be aware that everything affects everything, and how it's up to us all to try to make a difference.
This book is a book lover- collectors book! It is visually stunning in every way. Between the pictures and how the typeset and script look with the pictures , it is a scrumptious feast visually. The way in which the author introduces the concept of extinct, and leads the reader through the various animals with a lot of information is simple and direct and easy to grasp.
I love this book. Not many get printed that are close to perfect. This is one of them
I love this book. Not many get printed that are close to perfect. This is one of them
Well-written, interesting non-fiction that doesn't read like an excerpt from an encylopedia and it has gorgeous illustrations? Woohoo! I like that Martin Jenkins talks about the reasons why different animals have become endangered and doesn't paint either side as pure evil. There are shades of gray (even if the shades seem to be very, very dark shades of gray) and bringing up different points of view leads to good discussion.
This is an excellent book about animals that are extinct, endangered, were nearly extinct and because of conservation efforts have been saved. The illustrations are beautiful. What I thought was especially interesting was one of the animals included was the kakapo, the world's largest parrot found in New Zealand. I am currently reading Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World's Strangest Parrot by Sy Montgomery.
A wonderfully illustrated non-fiction picture book. The book covers extinction, endangered species, why they are endangered, and how people have worked to bring back apecies on the verge of extinction. It is very easy to read, and written in a conversational tone. "Perhaps I'm being unfair, but I don't think many people would call vultures exactly beautiful". I would normally agree, but the illustrator did a remarkable job to make this vulture look pretty good! Outside the narrative, in smaller...more
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Martin Jenkins, a conservation biologist, has written several nonfiction books for children, including Ape, Grandma Elephant’s in Charge, The Emperor’s Egg, and Chameleons Are Cool. He lives in Cambridge, England.
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“When it comes to looking after all the species that are already endangered, there's such a lot to do that sometimes it might all seem to be too much, especially when there are so many other important things to worry about. But if we stop trying, the chances are that pretty soon we'll end up with a world where there are no tigers or elephants, or sawfishes or whooping cranes, or albatrosses or ground iguanas. And I think that would be a shame, don't you?”
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