Pub Date: February 10, 2017
Dewey: 599.795
LCCN: 2016043589
Lexile Code: 0830
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Price on Product
Target Age Group: 05 to 08
Physical Info: 0.50" H x 10.10" L x 8.80" W ( 0.90 lbs) 32 pages
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Description: "Hawaiian locals and visitors always enjoy spotting endangered Hawaiian monk seals, but Honey Girl is an extra special case. She has raised seven pups, and scientists call her "Super Mom." After Honey Girl is injured by a fishhook, she gets very sick. Scientists and veterinarians work to save Honey Girl until she can be released back to her beach. This true story will have readers captivated to learn more about this endangered species."--
Brief description: Jeanne Walker Harvey is the author of several award-winning books, including Astro: The Steller Sea Lion and My Hands Sing the Blues: Romare Bearden's Childhood Journey. She's been a language arts teacher and currently gives school tours at a local museum. Jeanne lives near the Golden Gate Bridge in California and walks by the bay every day looking for sea lions. She writes with her gray tabby cat sitting on the desk next to her. Visit her website at jeanneharvey.com
Review Quotes: "Honey Girl is well-known in her habitat of the waters off northern Oahu...this very personal story should engage animal-loving readers. -Kirkus Reviews