Sarah Eason Bücher

It was a lovely vacation for the Altsman family. As her husband went fishing, Joann stayed behind with her pet dog, and beloved potbellied pig, Lulu. Suddenly, Joann felt sick--she was having a heart attack. Joann needed help fast! She had no idea Lulu would save the day . . . and her life! Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these intelligent animals and read other stories of pig masterminds!

The narrative centers on groundbreaking research conducted at Oxford University, where scientists studied the remarkable intelligence of crows, particularly focusing on two birds named Betty and Abel. Through experiments, they discovered the birds' ability to create and use tools, revealing their cognitive skills. This graphic nonfiction adventure not only highlights this fascinating research but also delves into the broader world of intelligent animals, showcasing other extraordinary tales of crow ingenuity.

The narrative follows Scott Swift and his adventurous Alaskan husky, Nookie, who not only becomes a loyal companion but also plays a heroic role in saving a hiker's life. This graphic nonfiction adventure highlights the intelligence and capabilities of dogs, showcasing Nookie's remarkable feats. Readers will also discover additional stories of clever canines, deepening their appreciation for these extraordinary animals.

There were many real-life female fighters who wowed the ancient and modern worlds with their bravery and skills. This exciting book dives into the history of women who bravely fought - some to the death! Read about Cynane, the half-sister of Alexander the Great, who became the super-slayer of the ancient Greeks, and the rebel fighters Trung Trac and Trung Nhi, who repelled a stronger army and ruled Vietnam for three years.

The book delves into the reasons behind the threats to tigers and their habitats, highlighting the human activities that contribute to their endangerment. It also showcases the dedication of individuals who have committed their lives to conservation efforts, illustrating their motivations and the impact of their work on protecting these majestic creatures and their ecosystems.

The narrative centers on Kanzi, a remarkable bonobo who learned over 450 words, surpassing initial research goals. Through the journey of Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh, readers discover the fascinating capabilities of these intelligent apes. This graphic nonfiction adventure not only highlights Kanzi's accomplishments but also delves into the broader world of brilliant bonobos and other extraordinary ape stories, showcasing their cognitive abilities and the groundbreaking research surrounding them.

The narrative highlights the remarkable teamwork of dolphins, showcasing their ability to protect humans from danger during a training swim led by lifeguard Rob Howes. This graphic nonfiction adventure not only recounts this thrilling true event but also delves into the intelligence and social behaviors of dolphins. Readers will discover more about these fascinating mammals and explore additional stories that celebrate their extraordinary abilities.

It takes a brave soldier to run straight into enemy fire. But that's just what Green Beret Sergeant Bernard Good did when his team was in trouble during the Iraq War. Follow along on this graphic adventure as Sergeant Good and beret Don Hogan help a fellow injured soldier to safety after their reconnaissance mission turned dangerous. Then, learn more about green berets and their gear.

Meet a new octopus friend in the kitchen! Clam shell cookies and crabby sandwiches (shaped from croissants) inspired by your animal chef's diet make for tasty treats. An eight-armed pizza and octopus ink drink to make alongside your swimming sous chef are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef octopus make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about octopuses helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!

Meet a new sloth friend in the kitchen! A leafy salad inspired by your animal chef's diet makes for a tasty treat. Sloth claw snacks and tree bark brownies made alongside your slow sous chef are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef sloth make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about sloths helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!