Seal Pup Rescue

by Peterson, Brenda; Lindsey, Robin

• ISBN13: 9781250027757
• ISBN10: 1250027756
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-06-18
• Publisher: Square Fish

Summary

Here is a first-hand look at the hardships baby seals are up against and the "seal sitters" who help them along. Every spring in the Pacific Northwest, concerned volunteers become seal sitters, keeping vigil over the vulnerable baby seals that are left on the shore while their mothers hunt for food. The star of the book is six-year-old Miles, who organizes his own rescue mission to help the seals survive.

Author Biography

BRENDA PETERSON has written fifteen books for adults. She is the founder of the grassroots organization Seal Sitters (sealsitters.org). She lives in Seattle. brendapetersonbooks.com

ROBIN LINDSEY has been a commercial photographer for over thirty years. Her photographs of harbor seals and pups have been published in Wildlife Conservation magazine and several Scholastic magazines. She lives in Seattle. robinlindseyphotography.com

Table of Contents

“Use this book to show a program in which children are actively involved and to encourage volunteerism.” —School Library Journal

“Lindsey’s excellent photographs show why humans can’t stay away: Leopard’s large, dark eyes and expressive mug seem to be smiling right at the viewer, and his furry, floppy body just calls out for a hug.” —Horn Book Magazine

“Although photos of the adorable seal pups steal this nicely designed picture book, kids will likely find Miles—someone who is much like them—to be inspiring, and his efforts may spark an interest in animal rights.” —Booklist

 

Praise for Duck and Cover:

 

A New York Times Notable Book

 

“Bittersweet and utterly beguiling.” —Publishers Weekly

 

“A hauntingly funny writer . . . the balance she strikes is almost hypnotic.” —Los Angeles Times

 

“A highly original work by an intriguing author.” —Kirkus Reviews