The Penguin of Ilha Grande: From Animal Rescue to Extraordinary Friendship
By Shannon Earle
Illustrators
Illustrated by Renato Alarcão
Edition
By Shannon Earle
Hardcover edition
Publisher Charlesbridge Imprint Charlesbridge ISBN9781623541668
The Penguin of Ilha Grande: From Animal Rescue to Extraordinary Friendship
21.24
In stock
SKU
9781623541668J
A man rescues a penguin off the coast of Brazil and finds a lifelong connection in this delightful true story about the power of friendship.
When an oil-covered penguin washes up in Brazil, Seu João saves the penguin's life. Soon man and penguin are friends, and Dindim the penguin won't return to the wild. At last Dindim swims away, only to return four months later! For seven years, Dindim the penguin lived with Seu João in Brazil for eight months a year, disappearing for four months after his annual molting.
Readers will enjoy discovering the wildlife of Brazil while learning about the impacts of oil spills and the importance of conservation. This inspiring, true account of real and unusual friendships is sure to win the hearts of nature and animal lovers alike.
When an oil-covered penguin washes up in Brazil, Seu João saves the penguin's life. Soon man and penguin are friends, and Dindim the penguin won't return to the wild. At last Dindim swims away, only to return four months later! For seven years, Dindim the penguin lived with Seu João in Brazil for eight months a year, disappearing for four months after his annual molting.
Readers will enjoy discovering the wildlife of Brazil while learning about the impacts of oil spills and the importance of conservation. This inspiring, true account of real and unusual friendships is sure to win the hearts of nature and animal lovers alike.
“Where Is Dindim Now?” Information about Magellanic penguins. Glossary. Author’s note. Full-color illustrations were done in watercolor, gouache, and colored pencils.
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Nonfiction Early Elementary Plus (Grades PreK-2)
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