Bibliograph

Tales of famous animals, Peter and Connie Roop ; illustrations by Zachary Pullen

Type

Label

Tales of famous animals, Peter and Connie Roop ; illustrations by Zachary Pullen

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 106-107) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Tales of famous animals

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

792881349

Responsibility statement

Peter and Connie Roop ; illustrations by Zachary Pullen

Summary

Learn about the incredible accomplishments of famous animalsAll throughout history, there have been remarkable stories of bravery and heroics -- and some of those tales aren't just about humans. Come meet the animals who made their mark on the past. A delightfully illustrated introduction to some of the most fascinating and admirable animals we've ever known! Everyone knows about President Obama's first dog, Bo, but would you believe President Adams had a pet alligator that he kept in the White House? But Tales of Famous Animals won't just cover presidential pets; young readers will also learn about heroic animals like Balto the sled dog and unique animals like Koko the gorilla. With awesome full-color illustrations throughout, this book is sure to melt the hearts of animal lovers everywhere!

Table Of Contents

Bucephalus -- Seaman -- Jumbo -- Old Abe -- Punxsutawney Phil -- Pelorus Jack -- The Roosevelts' White House pets -- The first teddy bear -- Mrs. Chippy -- Balto -- Lonesome George -- Seabiscuit -- Smokey Bear -- Andre the Seal -- Koko -- Ling-ling and Hsing-hsing -- Quest

Target audience

juvenile

Classification