The Elephant Scientist
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A 2012 Sibert Honor Book
In the sprawling African scrub desert of Etosha National Park in Namibia, they call her "the mother of all elephants." Holding binoculars closely to her eyes, American scientist Caitlin O’Connell could not believe what she was seeing from these African elephants: as the mighty matriarch scanned the horizon, the other elephants followed suit, stopped midstride, and stood as still as statues.
This observation would guide the scientist to a groundbreaking discovery about elephant communication: elephants actually listen with their limbs.
The Elephant Scientist was named a 2012 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book.
This inspiring work of childrens nonfiction reveals the true story behind the science:
- Field Biology in Action: Journey to Etosha National Park and see what it takes to be a real-life scientist studying wild elephants in their natural habitat.
- A Groundbreaking Discovery: Join Caitlin O’Connell as she uncovers a secret world of animal communication and proves that these gentle giants can hear through their feet.
- Fascinating Animal Behavior: Learn how elephant families are led by a wise matriarch and why they communicate using seismic signals that travel through the ground.
- Inspiring STEM for Kids: Filled with incredible photographs and real-life research, this Sibert Honor Book is perfect for young readers who love animals, science, and adventure.
Caitlin O'Connell
Caitlin O'Connell, PhD, is a world-renowned elephant scientist on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. She is also an associate of the Harvard University Center for the Environment. She is the author of the internationally acclaimed The Elephant's Secret Sense, among other award-winning books. Her book Elephant Don is the subject of the award-winning Smithsonian documentary, Elephant King. O'Connell is also the cofounder and CEO of the nonprofit organization, Utopia Scientific. She has taught science writing for Stanford University and the New York Times.
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Donna M Jackson
Donna M. Jackson is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for children and holds a master's degree in journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her works include the critically acclaimed Elephant Scientists, Bone Detectives, Bug Scientists, and Wildlife Detectives--all honored by the NSTA/CBC's Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children award; ER Vets, an Orbis Pictus and ASPCA Henry Bergh honor book; and Extreme Scientists, named a Smithsonian Notable Book for Children, 2009. When she's not writing about scientists in the field, Donna enjoys reading, skiing, gardening, hiking in the mountains, and spending time with her family. She lives in Colorado. Learn more about Donna at her website: http: //www.donnamjackson.net.
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