Double International Days

Two books for two international days

December 10th is International Animal Rights Day, and December 11th is International Mountain Day.  Do I have books you should read?  Of course I do!

What Animals Want: The Five Freedoms in Action by Jacqueline Pearce (10/12/21)
Modern science tells us that animals experience a wide range of emotions—from fear and anxiety to friendship and happiness. What Animals Want is an animal-care book with a difference. It introduces young readers to the Five Freedoms and helps them think about their pets’ physical and emotional needs, providing a framework for thinking about the welfare of all animals in human care, including farm, exotic and wild animals.

How to Make a Mountain: In Just 9 Simple Steps and Only 100 Million Years! by Amy Huntington (05/17/22)
From shaping peaks and crafting a glacier to nurturing your own plants and animals, these nine simple steps cover everything you need to know to make your very own mountain. In this book, you'll learn how to
• Crush a piece of continent into a mountain range;
• Freeze and melt glaciers;
• Carve ravines, valleys, rivers, and mountain lakes;
• Foster plants and develop a fertile layer of soil; and
• Fill your mountain with a wide variety of animals that will work together to keep your mountain ecosystems healthy
It is a big job, but it's also a thrilling adventure! Pack your snacks, load up your gear, and get ready for the challenge of a lifetime!

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