Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor
The Woman Who Loved Reptiles
$18.39
- Paperback
40 pages
- Release Date
21 February 2023
Summary
A fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist who loved reptiles!
While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere–she even brought a crocodile to school!
When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like whe…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593568859 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593568850 |
| Author: | Patricia Valdez, Felicita Sala |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Dragonfly Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 21 February 2023 |
| Weight: | 181g |
| Dimensions: | 4mm x 216mm x 279mm |
| Audience Age: | 4-8 |
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Critics Review
“Whimsical artwork and an empowering story make this biography of a lesser-known woman scientist truly charming.“—Booklist, starred review
“An inspirational biography with exciting depictions of a variety of reptiles, including a pet Komodo dragon, that will keep any child interested—whether reading on their own or with a group.“—School Library Journal, starred review
“Valdez paints a portrait of a unique woman whose love for reptiles developed into a gratifying career.“—Publishers Weekly, starred review
Patricia Valdez
Patricia Valdez is a scientist who loves writing for children. She earned her Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and currently works at the National Institutes of Health. Originally from Texas, she now lives in the Washington, D.C. area.
Felicita Sala is a self taught illustrator who studied Philosophy at the University of Western Australia. She has worked on several animation projects, but her passion is making picture books. Felicita lives in Rome with her husband and their daughter.
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