pangolins

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to pangolins, the threats they face, and the conservation efforts to save them. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--.

Ukrainian language. What baby pangolin wants to stay indoors being safe all the time? Not this one! Pangopup is convinced he is old enough to leave his burrow and explore the great big world outside. When his mother disagrees, the naughty pup waits for her to fall asleep and sneaks away. Outside, he meets a mischievous dik dik who is eager to show him some fun. However, dik dik?s idea of fun isn?t necessarily pangolin proof and Pangopup finds himself in more and more danger as their explorations of the African landscape take them further from his burrow.

"An introduction to the unique characteristics of the pangolin"--Provided by publisher.

"This book introduces early readers to the pangolin, an animal covered in scales"--Provided by publisher.

Captured by cruel hunters because her scales are believed to have curative powers, Pangolina is saved by a small girl and her mother who buy her and set her free.

"Pangolins are one of the most poached animals in the world. Yet scientists know very little about them. Discover how pangolin rescuers and researchers such as Thai Nguyen are working to protect these mysterious creatures.".

"Pangolins' bodies are a rare sight. They have scales, spikes, and claws! . . .Readers will [learn] more about pangolins with . . . facts and . . . photos"--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations introduce young readers to the pangolin.

"Kamala, a talkative young pangolin, is excited about her new school in a new country, but without knowing her classmates' language she feels isolated. Includes facts about Esperanto and pangolins"--Provided by publisher.

"Poor pangolin--he's trying to explain who he is, but all the other animals keep getting confused. You have scales--like a snake? A long tongue--like a frog? A strong scent--like a skunk? You can roll in a ball--like an armadillo? And a name that sounds a lot like...penguin? We love penguins! 'No, no, no! I am not a penguin! There are no penguins here!' But then, just when it couldn't get worse, a penguin arrives!! What's a poor pangolin got to do to be understood?!"--From the publisher's web site.