Wildlife at Risk

Rhinoceroses are some of the oldest creatures on our planet, yet, despite surviving for thousands of years, this ancient animal is now endangered. Why? Your readers discover fascinating facts about rhinos and learn how they can help save them before it's too late.

Gorillas are brilliant, familial creatures that exhibit complex emotions, intellect, and abilities, much like humans. Then why are gorillas at risk? Readers learn about the daily lives of gorillas in the wild, what is threatening their very survival, and what is being done to save them.

The tiger is a legendary big cat inspiring stories, fear, awe, and admiration in people around the world. So why are tigers in danger of becoming extinct? Your readers learn why they are threatened and how to help save this beautiful big cat.

The giant panda is the national symbol of China and one of the most beloved animals in the world. So who would want to hurt this creature? How does it survive in the wild? Why are populations shrinking? Readers learn about giant pandas and what is being done to help save them.

It is hard to imagine that these creatures as big as trucks could be vulnerable, but the giants of the sea are endangered. What is their biggest threat? What is being done to save them? Readers learn about blue whales and how to help the largest animal on the planet.

Orangutan means "person of the forest" in the Malay language. Extremely intelligent creatures, orangutans are closely related to humans, so why are they endangered? What has happened to their forest habitats? Who's working to save orangutans? Readers learn the latest facts about orangutans and learn how to help.