Review By JESSICA ALMY A dog is too loud. A horse is too big. What’s an animal-loving kid to do when her parents’ response to every species she suggests is “no”? As much as she likes the “pet” cactus her parents gave her, Elizabeth, the main character in this lighthearted book by Margie Palatini and Bruce […]
Entries Tagged as 'Speciesism'
The Perfect Pet
September 22nd, 2010 · No Comments · Books
Tags: Bruce Whatley·Bugs·Companion Animals·Early Elementary·Female Protagonist·Insects·Margie Palatini·Preschoolers·Speciesism
Who Is the Beast?
October 27th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Books
Review By JESSICA ALMY When kiddo was a baby, this was my favorite of her board books. Keith Baker’s lush jungle scenes combine with a powerful message that applies in equal force to people and other animals. The first half of the book – which is also available in paperback and hardcover – portrays animals scurrying […]
Tags: Baby Book·Board Book·Catfish·Good for Toddlers·Jungle·Keith Baker·Preschoolers·Rainforest·Snail·Snake·Speciesism·Tiger·Wildlife