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The Tapir Scientist: Saving South America's Largest Mammal (Scientists in the Field Series) Hardcover – July 23, 2013

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  • Age Range: 10 - 12 years
  • Grade Level: 5 - 7
  • Lexile Measure: 970L (What's this?)
  • Series: Scientists in the Field Series
  • Hardcover: 80 pages
  • Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers (July 23, 2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0547815484
  • ISBN-13: 978-0547815480
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 0.5 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #747,832 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Although this book is non-fiction aimed at young people, it is set up by the authors as a mystery thriller complete with fascinating cast of characters, suspense, and the excitement of the chase. The remote and nature-rich Pantanal wetland of South America is explored with beautiful photos and revealing descriptions. The book explains what tapirs are, where they live, a little of their history, and how they are related to other animals. We learn why they are endangered, and why it is so important and challenging to study them.

Both traditional and cutting edge scientific methods are used used to study the tapirs and these are also explained in the book. The woman who leads the study, Patricia Medici, is an inspiring role model for any young, aspiring natural scientist.

Highly recommended for 5th grade and above. Adults interested in nature and endangered species will also enjoy it. It makes for a wonderful coffee table book/conversation piece as well.
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Read all about tapirs; what they eat, how they live, and where they live (etc). The most funny looking mammals (they're a little cute too!). Browse through the members of the tapir scientists group and how they got interested in tapirs and saving animals.
What I liked about this book:The great photographs and stories.
What I disliked about this book:The two men who killed animals when they were kids.
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Excellent book. Chronicles the story of Dr. Patricia Medici, the world's leading Tapir conservationist and the plight to save of one of the most elusive and ecologically important animals from tropical Latin America and South East Asia.
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