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This book contains all eight stories from the Conservation Series, written by Alexandra Mattisson, to increase awareness and raise funds for the organisations making a difference to protect our wildlife, marine life and forests, and highlights critical conservation concerns facing a huge number of species across the globe. Featuring black and white illustrations that reinforce the fact that there are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife & marine life extinction and deforestation, this book is made to teach the next generation and adults, to treasure the earth around them and learn how to take action before it is too late. Children's books for adults, because some of us forgot how to be kind towards others. Each story in the series supports a different cause with 56% of the proceeds from the sale of this book being donated to the causes, which are Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary, Open Cages, African Pangolin Working Group, HERD Trust (Hoedspruit Elephant Rehabilitation and Development), Greenpop and the Lion Recovery Fund. Link for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3OTWhm6Q&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?When illustrating the books the main focus was to be inclusive and not limit the reader and the listener's imagination of who or what the characters may represent to them. Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Glen and the Elephant is a conservation book that draws attention to the plight of elephants orphaned through illegal poaching. In this book, we join Glen as he takes a walk through the African bush. Soon, he discovers the tracks of poachers that lead him to a baby elephant, alone and grieving next to its mother. The orphaned elephant is rescued and sent to live at a sanctuary dedicated to the needs of elephants where she makes new friends. About Glen and the Elephant Poaching is one of the deadliest threats to elephants across Africa. These gentle giants will face extinction if they continue to be killed for their tusks at such a rapid rate. Elephants are listed as endangered and protected species in South Africa. Despite this, the demand for ivory still exists in regions such as Japan and the EU. The black market also creates a large demand for elephant products. In addition to the loss of adult elephants, poaching also has a major effect on the young elephant calves left behind when their mothers are killed. Elephants are extremely sensitive creatures that have a complex social structure. They are capable of great emotion, including grief. Young elephants require rehabilitation and care at specialist orphanages, where they can be raised by caretakers who work tirelessly and acting as substitute 'mothers' to each calf, caring for them until they are old enough to begin the reintegration process. They are also raised among other orphaned elephants, giving them a chance to be part of a herd as they grow. Written for children and adults alike, Glen and his orphaned elephant friend highlight the devastation that poaching causes in elephant populations. Simple black and white illustrations remind us that there are no grey areas when it comes to wildlife protection. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Glen and the Elephant conservation book will be donated to HERD Trust (Hoedspruit Elephant Rehabilitation and Development), an elephant orphanage working tirelessly to assist orphaned elephants. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3Yud3fWIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/45wArwb Q&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Logan and the Fox is a conservation book highlighting the use of wild animals for fur. Join Logan as he takes a walk through the woods, getting lost along the way. After encountering a fox caught in a snare, Logan frees his new furry friend and learns the plight of other wildlife not so lucky. Logan soon finds his way home, often returning to the woods to visit his new friend. About Logan and the Fox The fur trade is a global industry responsible for millions of wildlife suffering for fashion. Large-scale industrial fur farms are found across the world. Foxes, mink and other animals are kept in horrendous conditions on these farms. In the wild, many animals are caught in cruel traps and snares, causing a great deal of pain and suffering. It's not just foxes who get caught in traps, either. Domestic pets, birds and other creatures are also caught. Through Logan's journey into the woods and his new-found friend, Logan and the Fox increases awareness of the fur industry. Foxes have beautiful coats made to keep them warm during winter and cool during summer. In today's world, there is no need for humans to wear fur. Logan and his new friend, the fox, teach us the importance of compassion in child-friendly language. Simple black and white illustrations are used to highlight the fact that there are no grey areas when it comes to the well-being of animals. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Logan and the Fox conservation book will be donated to Open Cages in the UK who is working to end fur farming, as well as for their initiatives to create a better world for farmed animals. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3KYTuqPIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/47pAE5BQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

James and the Shark is a marine conservation book drawing awareness to the shark finning industry. In this book, our budding marine conservationist James is exploring the world below the surface of the ocean. While swimming through kelp forests and discovering other undersea wonders, James comes across a shark with a hook in its jaw. After James carefully removes the hook, the shark tells him that many sharks are being caught for their fins. About James and the Shark Shark finning is a rapidly growing, mostly unregulated industry that affects shark populations around the world. The number of sharks killed each year for their fins is between 73 and 100 million. No type of shark is spared, including critically endangered shark species. Sharks are targeted in oceans all over the world, from Europe to the United States. James and his love for the ocean and all creatures living within the sea, highlights the catastrophic affect that shark finning has on marine ecosystems. Without sharks, many other marine species die off, and coral reefs are also greatly affected. As James shows, you are never too young to fight for the protection of sharks in our oceans. Through their fearless work to fight for sharks and other marine life, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society work tirelessly to draw awareness to shark finning. Their conservation vessel RV Ocean warrior has been used to witness and film illegal finning, drawing international attention. James and his new friend, the shark, teach us the importance of protecting the ocean in a child-friendly way. Simple black and white illustrations are used to highlight the fact that there are no grey areas when it comes to the protection of sharks in our oceans. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the James and the Shark marine conservation book will be donated to Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, to help them continue their fight against shark finning. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3Oq35aSIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/3sc28eIQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Sallie and the Pangolin is a wildlife conservation book that raises awareness of the most trafficked and poached mammal on earth. One day, a pangolin sees a friend being snatched by poachers. In fear, he rolls tightly into a ball and hides, hoping to not be caught. When he unrolls from his ball, he notices that he is alone. While he is walking and hoping to see other pangolins, he is found by Sallie. Working together, they find the pangolin's friends. About Sallie and the Pangolin Pangolins are the most trafficked and poached mammal in the world. The scales of the pangolin are used in traditional medicine in the East. As a large-scale industry, millions of pangolins are caught every year. The slow and gentle nature of these creatures makes them easy targets, with their primary defence being their ability to roll themselves tightly into balls. These funny looking creatures have a primary diet of ants. They catch ants with the help of their long snout and tongue. They have long bodies that are covered in scales, which are meant to protect them against predators when they roll into balls. Sadly, they are no match for poachers. Due to their rapidly declining rates, pangolins are at great risk of extinction. As Sallie discovers while helping her pangolin friend free his fellow pangolins, the need to protect these creatures is huge. Children and adults both have a chance to be the change in the world and help protect our precious wildlife. Teaching children the importance of compassion and awareness is the first step in saving pangolins for future generations. Sallie and her new friend, the pangolin, show us the urgent need to prevent pangolins from going extinct, in a child-friendly way. Simple black and white illustrations are used to highlight the lack of grey areas when it comes to the protection of critically endangered mammals like the pangolin. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Sallie and the Pangolin conservation book will be donated to the African Pangolin Working Group, helping them continue the work they do to protect these creatures. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3DShlEwIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/3Ysoe8ZQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Tahlia and the Tree is a conservation book that highlights the devastating effect of deforestation. Join Tahlia as she sits in a forest, surrounded by ancient trees that tell stories of the dawn of man, the rise of consumption and greed and the threats to sacred forests. The trees whisper their tales of lost habitats for forest creatures. Through their stories, Tahlia learns that there is a chance to restore the natural heritage that surrounds us, through reforestation efforts that have the chance to save our planet. About Tahlia and the Tree The loss of natural habitats and indigenous trees continues to have an impact on the earth's ability to survive. Deforestation is one of the leading causes of climate change. As large areas of natural forests are cleared to make way for developments and monoculture plantations, the existing trees are replaced by alien vegetation. Forests are slowly being eroded, which has a direct effect on biodiversity. In Sub-Saharan Africa, forests sustain a large number of plant, animal, bird and insect species. All of these species play a vital role in the ecosystem. Without trees, there is an increased risk of soil erosion, difficulty growing crops, flooding, and increased greenhouse gases. Trees keep the air clean. They also keep the environment in a perfect balance. Reforestation provides a solution to the loss of indigenous trees in our environment. Tahlia and the Tree brings the importance of reforestation to life through the simple black and white photographs highlighting the fact that there are no grey areas in the protection of our precious ecosystems. The book is written for adults and children. Tahlia and the Tree supports Greenpop, and the work they do to restore degraded forest areas, increase biodiversity, and expand ecosystem services across Sub-Saharan Africa. For every 4 Tahlia and the Tree books sold, 1 tree will be sponsored to Greenpop. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3PrxhmCIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/3S4w6fPQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Russell and the Whale is a marine conservation book, helping to educate and drive awareness to the whaling industry. On a peaceful day on the ocean, out on his boat, Russell hears the cries of a baby whale. The whale desperately asks Russell to help find its mother. Working together, they enlist the help of others to find and reunite the baby and its mother, embarking on a long journey in the process. About Russell and the Whale Although the practice of whaling is illegal in most parts of the world, it continues in certain regions. Illegal whaling continues to put these big, gentle giants of the deep at great risk. Whale meat and blubber have been used for oil and other products for centuries. Today, there is no need for whale products, and many countries have banned the use of whale meat. The fight against whaling has seen organisations such as Sea Shepherd Conservation Society head out into whaling areas, stopping illegal vessels by any means possible. Whales are extremely gentle creatures that survive on plankton. Graceful, beautiful and massive, their calming noises and breaching are a truly magical experience to witness. Russell's work to help reunite a whale calf and its mother aims to inspire both children and adults to keep speaking out against whaling, to ensure the survival of all whale species for many generations to come. Russell and his new friend, the whale, teach us about the impact of the whaling industry in a way that children can understand. Simple black and white illustrations are used to draw attention to the fact that there are no grey areas in the protection of whale species. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Russell and the Whale marine conservation book will be donated to Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, to help them continue to fight against whaling. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3KxqdTNIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/3OyhYI6Q&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Ally and the Rhino is a conservation book that highlights the plight of the endangered African rhino. On a game drive with her family, Ally stops for a break. Encountering a scared baby rhino, she calls for help. After sadly discovering that the rhino's mom had been poached for her horn, the orphan is sent to live at a sanctuary dedicated to the needs of baby rhinos. The poachers are caught and sent to jail. About Ally and the Rhino Poaching is one of the biggest threats to Africa's wildlife. Every year, large numbers of rhinos are poached for their horns. These horns are sold on the black market. Poaching takes place even within protected wildlife reservations, resulting in the need for anti-poaching units across the continent. One of the many devastating effects of poaching is the orphaned rhinos left behind. Rhino sanctuaries such as Care for Wild are dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and protecting orphaned rhinos. The ultimate goal is to rewild the orphans they rescue, helping to give the rhinos they save the opportunity to return to the wild. Ally's experience in learning about the struggles rhinos face and her work to volunteer with these gentle creatures helps to inspire a sense of compassion. Her experiences also help to show that adults and children have the power to get involved and make a difference. Ally and her new friend, the rhino, teach us about the huge impact poaching has on our wildlife, in a way that children can understand. Simple black and white illustrations are used to show that there are no grey areas when it comes to the protection of Africa's endangered wildlife. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Ally and the Rhino conservation book will be donated to Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary to help them continue the work they do for orphaned rhinos. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/3s9G0llIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/47oVB0pQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.

Simon and the Lion is a wildlife conservation book drawing attention to the plight of the king of the beasts, the lion. Overlooking the plains of Africa one day, the lion sits despairing for the future, hoping all is not lost, when he meets Simon. An aspiring game ranger out exploring the Savannah, Simon shares his love of animals and passion for conservation with the lion, giving him hope that the animals can still be saved if only the bold and brave would lead the way. About Simon and the Lion In the past 25 years, we've lost half of the world's wild lions that used to roam far and wide across the African continent. As man encroaches on their habitat, lions are in a quiet, yet violent crisis that many are not aware of. Falling prey to complex threats such as human conflict, poaching, habitat loss and more, their numbers are on the decline. In fact, today there are three times more canned lions than wild lions in South Africa alone. As poachers deplete national parks of their natural prey, not only are lions struggling to find enough food to survive but they often fall victim to snares and traps themselves. But that's not the only place where man's impact is felt. From ceremonial killings and retaliatory poisonings that wipe out entire prides and other species too, from elephants to vultures to wild dogs, leopards and cheetah, the fallout of human-lion conflict is far-reaching. Simon's desire to make a difference and transform the world into a place where animals and humans alike can live in harmony together inspires a sense of purpose and shows us that you're never too young to fight for what is right and just. Simon and his new friend, the lion, teach us about the urgent need for conservation in a child-friendly way. Simple black and white illustrations highlight the fact that there are no grey areas when it comes to the protection of Africa's endangered wildlife. 20% of all proceeds from the sale of the Simon and the Lion conservation book will be donated to the Lion Recovery Fund, to help them restore Africa's landscapes and double the number of lions by 2050. Links for more information about this book: Book flip through video: https: //bit.ly/47yrYtuIllustrations: https: //bit.ly/3TgyOPFQ&AWhy are the illustrations drawn from the character's point of view?>Why is the artwork in the books in black and white?There are no grey areas when it comes to fighting against wildlife extinction. Furthermore, children bring the colour as they view the world in a way/perspective that seems otherworldly to us at times. Children are also our future so we, the adults, who can take action, are responsible for fighting for a better tomorrow today for them. Lastly, this provides the reader with the opportunity to add their colour to the story and thereby making it their own.