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 Welcome, wombat (True tales of rescue)
 Author: Einhorn, Kama

 Publisher:  Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2018)

 Dewey: 599.2
 Classification: Nonfiction
 Physical Description: 159 p., col. ill., col. map, 20 cm

 BTSB No: 304646 ISBN: 9781328767028
 Ages: 7-10 Grades: 2-5

 Subjects:
 Sleepy Burrows Wombat Sanctuary
 Wombats -- Conservation
 Wildlife rehabilitation -- Australia
 Wildlife rescue -- Australia

Price: $6.50

Summary:
Explores what life is like at a real wombat sanctuary in Australia.

 Illustrator: Melzer, Phil
Stepan, Donna
Ling, Jacky
Reading Counts Information:
   Interest Level: 3-5
   Reading Level: 5.30
   Points: 5.0   Quiz: 75226

Reviews:
   School Library Journal (06/01/18)

Full Text Reviews:

School Library Journal - 06/01/2018 Gr 2–5—This nonfiction work is framed as a book of advice for a young arrival at Sleepy Burrows Wombat Sanctuary from one of the older residents. Chance, the voice of experience, explains why the sanctuary is necessary and how the wombats are slowly prepared to return to the wild and live on their own. Along the way, he shares plentiful information about wombats, their stages of development, and human impact on their habitats. Chance's audience is an infant wombat, and the wording is simple and direct, making it perfect for elementary-age readers. The book is also packed with color photos of various wombats from the sanctuary and sidebars on topics like "Burrow Basics" and "Wombat Combat." Back matter includes a letter from the author, ideas for how to help wombats, and even a quick guide on "How To Speak Aussie." After all, readers may need to know that "chucking a tanty" means throwing a tantrum. The combination of captivating photos and the humorous narration make the material very approachable and entertaining, even as it informs. VERDICT Perfect for middle grade fans of narrative or creative nonfiction, those researching marsupials, and readers interested in animal sanctuaries and rescue efforts.—Suzanne Costner, Fairview Elementary School, Maryville, TN - Copyright 2018 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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