Orca rescue! : the true story of an orphaned orca named Springer
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Burwash, Sarah, illustrator.
Published
Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, [2021].
Format
Book
ISBN
9781525301179 :, 1525301179 :
Physical Desc
140 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 2
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Haltom City Public Library - Children/Juvenile NonfictionCHILDRENS ANIMALS MARINEGEN SANDSTROMOn Shelf
Keller Public Library - Children/Juvenile NonfictionCHILD ANIMALS MAMMALS WATEROn Shelf

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Published
Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, [2021].
Language
English
ISBN
9781525301179 :, 1525301179 :
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 5.6, 2 Points

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Bibliography: p. 135.
Description
A captivating account of the only successful orca rescue and reunion in history told in first person by Donna Sandstrom, a citizen participant of the rescue.In 2002, a young orca was spotted alone in Puget Sound near Seattle --- lost, underweight and 300 miles away from her home waters in Canada. Donna Sandstrom, an orca enthusiast in Seattle, eagerly joined the volunteer effort to help. Here she tells the riveting story, from identifying the orca as a missing calf named Springer; through making the decision to try to transport her home; to planning and organizing the trip; to, finally, releasing her near Vancouver Island, where Springer was reunited with her family. It's an incredible story of the only successful orca rescue and reunion ever, and readers will be captivated as the epic rescue unfolds!Donna Sandstrom's fascinating up-close-and-personal depiction of the rescue mission, with new behind-the-scenes details, uses an innovative mix of narrative storytelling interspersed with spreads of factual information about orcas and the history of their relationship with humans. Sarah Burwash's evocative watercolor illustrations make the perfect accompaniment to the text. Orcas and their survival are a topical issue, and readers will discover what it's like on the front lines of whale rescue, including the collaboration and teamwork that are required. There are numerous curriculum links to life science here, particularly animals and habitats, as well as to social studies in the descriptions of the connections and cooperation between Canada and the United States. The book includes a map showing Springer's trip, tips for how to help whales and dolphins, resources and a glossary.
Target Audience
8-12,Brodart.
Target Audience
3-7,Brodart.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Sandstrom, D., & Burwash, S. (2021). Orca rescue!: the true story of an orphaned orca named Springer . Kids Can Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Sandstrom, Donna and Sarah, Burwash. 2021. Orca Rescue!: The True Story of an Orphaned Orca Named Springer. Kids Can Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Sandstrom, Donna and Sarah, Burwash. Orca Rescue!: The True Story of an Orphaned Orca Named Springer Kids Can Press, 2021.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Sandstrom, Donna,, and Sarah Burwash. Orca Rescue!: The True Story of an Orphaned Orca Named Springer Kids Can Press, 2021.

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