National Geographic Kids Chapters: Tiger in Trouble!: and More True Stories of Amazing Animal Rescues (Chapter Book)
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What’s inside...
Follow the journey of Nitro, a tiger kept in captivity in Kansas. His story starts when the county sheriffs visited a Kansas property and decided to confiscate all big cats from their owner. Lions were sent to the Detroit Zoo, and Nitro and his friend Apache went to the Carolina Tiger Rescue. As Nitro was adjusting to his new home, things went terribly wrong. Fever broke out, and he lost his sight. With the help of his rescuers, his friend Apache, and a lot of patience and love, blind Nitro was given a whole new way to 'see'. Nitro became the keepers' and visitors' favorite, filled with gorgeous photographs, sidebars, and fun facts. Filled with gorgeous photographs, sidebars, and fun facts, Tiger in Trouble! is sure to captivate all big cats lovers. Kids will learn great tips about these fascinating creatures and how to contribute to their conservation. Stories in this book also include Ethereal's survival the white albino bat, Susie, Bob, and The Three Monkeyteers. This book will capture the hearts of animal lovers everywhere, as they will love reading the true stories of humans saving the lives of amazing animals.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates people to rescue animals like the ones in the stories?
How do you feel about the way humans and animals interact in these stories?
What qualities do you think make someone a good animal rescuer?
If you were in a position to help an animal in trouble, what would you do and why?
Can you think of any ways we can help protect animals in our own community?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they think the animal felt in different situations throughout the book.
Discuss the importance of conservation and animal welfare to help them understand the broader impact of the rescues depicted in the stories.
Use the stories as a starting point to research more about the animals featured in the book together, fostering an educational and bonding experience.
Praise your child’s thoughts and responses to nurture their confidence in expressing their opinions and ideas about complex issues.
Connect the stories to your child’s life by discussing ways they can help or interact positively with animals in their daily life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy for animals
Explanation: The book's vivid storytelling on animal rescues helps children understand and feel the emotions of animals in distress.
Real-World Application: Children can become more considerate and caring towards animals, influencing their interactions with pets and wildlife.
Example Lesson: Importance of conservation
Explanation: By framing animal rescues within the context of their endangered environments, the book teaches about the urgency of conservation efforts.
Real-World Application: Kids learn that every action has an impact on the environment, promoting responsible behaviors such as recycling and conserving water.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: The rescue efforts depicted in the book are successful due to the coordinated efforts of various people working together.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to value teamwork and collaborate effectively in group projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Each rescue story presents unique challenges that the rescuers must overcome, highlighting creative and critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving techniques to overcome obstacles in schoolwork or in social settings.