"Lonesome George, the Giant Tortoise" tells the poignant story of one of the last of his species, the Pinta Island tortoise. Lonesome George, discovered in the Galápagos Islands, becomes a symbol of conservation efforts as scientists and caretakers work tirelessly to save him and understand his plight. Through rich illustrations and engaging prose, the book highlights themes of biodiversity, extinction, and hope. It invites young readers to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and encourages them to appreciate the unique beauty of nature, emphasizing that every creature plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 28 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Walker & Company .

Jean Cassels is the author and/or illustrator of more than children's 60 books, including Two Bobbies , about a dog and cat that were rescued after Hurricane Katrina. The book, which she illustrated, won over 20 state children's choice awards. A resident of New Orleans, Jean was chosen to create the poster for Rex, King of Carnival and Mardi Gras, which will go to The Historic New Orleans Collection.