A Boy and a Jaguar
A Boy and a Jaguar by Alan Rabinowitz is an illustrated picture book published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2014. This 32-page autobiography presents a heartfelt narrative about a boy who loves animals and feels a deep sadness for those confined in cages at the Bronx Zoo. Despite his struggle with stuttering, he discovers that he can communicate fluently with animals, which inspires him to become their advocate and voice.
Readers will find a touching exploration of animal welfare and the importance of speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves. The book follows Alan’s journey as he embraces his true calling and seeks to champion the voiceless, all while featuring beautiful illustrations by Catia Chien. This edition not only highlights themes of social activism and the bond between humans and animals but also serves as a reflection on personal growth and purpose.
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2015 Schneider Family Book Award Winner
* “A candid and deeply resonant account of a hard-fought battle against societal stigma, and an embrace of one’s true talent and calling.” –Publisher’s Weekly, starred review
Speaking for the animals he loves gives one boy’s life hope, purpose, and truth in this gorgeous picture book autobiography.
Alan loves animals, but the great cat house at the Bronx Zoo makes him sad. Why are they all alone in empty cages? Are they being punished? More than anything, he wants to be their champion–their voice–but he stutters uncontrollably.
Except when he talks to animals…then he is fluent.
Follow the life of the man Time Magazine calls, “the Indiana Jones of wildlife conservation” as he searches for his voice and fulfills a promise to speak for animals, and people, who cannot speak for themselves. This real-life story with tender illustrations by Catia Chien explores truths not defined by the spoken word.
Publishers Weekly Best Book
Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor
Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2015
Winner of the 2015 Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award
2015 Green Earth Book Honor book
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