High above the beautiful treetops of Puerto Rico, a brilliant flock of green parrots soars through the sky. For millions of years, these vibrant birds thrived on their island home, until habitat destruction and rapid development pushed them dangerously close to vanishing forever. By the 1960s, the once abundant Puerto Rican parrots were nearly extinct. Step into the inspiring true story of the dedicated scientists who launched the Puerto Rican Parrot Recovery Program to save these magnificent birds. As you follow the tireless efforts of conservationists working to protect the flock, you will also uncover the fascinating history of Puerto Rico itself, stretching from its earliest human settlers all the way to modern times. With striking collage artwork and engaging facts, this award winning journey shows you exactly how hard work and science can help a nearly lost species fly freely once again.
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For thousands of years, an ocean of green and gold grasses covered North America, providing a perfect home for huge bison and tiny, barking prairie dogs. But as farming and ranching took over the land in the nineteenth century, the vast prairies slowly disappeared, taking many of the native plants and animals with them. Then, in the late 1980s, an amazing discovery was made in northern Mexico. Scientists found a thriving patch of grassland where prairie dogs still barked and played. Realizing how deeply the prairie dogs helped the entire ecosystem survive, the scientists set out on an urgent mission to protect this land and bring the vanished animals back. Through a catchy cumulative song and fascinating facts, you will discover the power of nature and meet the dedicated people fighting to keep the beautiful North American grasslands healthy and alive.
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Deep in the lush forests of Hawaii flutters the spectacular Kamehameha butterfly, a brilliant insect that lives on these islands and absolutely nowhere else on Earth. Named in honor of the great warrior king who united the Hawaiian Islands, it is one of only two butterfly species completely native to the area. Thanks to a group of clever fifth graders, it even became the official state insect. But recently, people began to notice that the majestic butterflies were slowly disappearing. Enter a dedicated team of professional and citizen scientists who refused to let this beautiful creature vanish. You will learn all about the rich history of Hawaii and the inspiring efforts of the Pulelehua Project to restore the butterflys natural habitat. Dive into this captivating nature adventure and discover how everyday citizens are working together to help a royal butterfly survive and thrive.
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In the small village of Hargigo, located in the African country of Eritrea, the people struggled for a long time to find enough food. Families were terribly hungry, and their sheep and goats had nothing to eat. Everything seemed hopeless until a brilliant scientist named Dr Gordon Sato arrived with an idea that would change their lives forever. He realized that planting a special kind of forest right by the sea could save the entire community. By planting mangrove trees, he helped reshape the local ecosystem and provided a steady source of food for both the animals and the people. This fascinating story celebrates how creativity, hard work, and science can completely transform a village. You will be inspired by this true tale of environmental innovation, showing exactly how one dedicated person really can make a massive difference in the world.
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