Starred ReviewStarred Review Tracking Tortoises
The Mission to Save a Galápagos Giant
Galápagos giant tortoises are fascinating—and endangered. They live only on the Galápagos Islands, a chain of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador. These tortoises face threats from the humans who live on—and visit—the islands, as well as from Earth’s warming climate.
Join author Kate Messner on an a journey to the Galápagos Islands to see these incredible creatures up close and discover how cutting-edge technology is helping scientists to study and protect them. Page Plus QR codes in the book lead to videos of scientists at work in the field.
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Awards
- Notable AwardNotable Award AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books
- Notable AwardNotable Award NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12
- Green Earth Book Award
Reviews
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)
“This book is perfection.” –Children’s Literature
The New York Times Book Review
“For readers curious about what it’s like to be a scientist, the book provides superb insights . . . And it opens doors to understanding the challenging times in which we live, the difficult choices we face and how we can go about building a more hopeful future.”—The New York Times Book Review
Booklist
“An informative presentation on these notable reptiles.”—Booklist
Starred ReviewStarred Review Kirkus Reviews
“Messner smoothly introduces her readers to the formation and population of this famous archipelago . . . Science at work in a unique setting.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews
School Library Journal
“[A] vivid picture of not only the giant tortoises of these unique islands but also of the scientists who study animals that will outlive them. . . . Highly recommended for libraries and science classrooms with budding naturalists.”—School Library Journal