November 1, 2024
Gr 3-5-This series puts the spotlight on animals that thrived despite illnesses or disabilities, from a pony with a prosthetic leg to a blind rabbit who is guided by her sibling. Each book introduces several real animals, and includes descriptions of their physical limitations and the ways they have been addressed. The first animal profile is a little more in-depth, with subsequent stories providing shorter descriptions of more examples. A brief summary of how treatment has changed over time, quotations from people who interact with the animals, and examples of the work of specific animal rescue groups round out the text. Most but not all of the featured animals are depicted in photographs. Each book includes at least one photo of an animal using a specially designed wheelchair. VERDICT A solid presentation that will fill a subject hole in most collections and appeal to animal-loving readers.
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