Comeback Creatures: Discover the Wild Things Once Thought Extinct?

By Leisa Stewart-Sharpe

Discover animals once thought extinct--found alive and thriving in the wild

Earth is full of surprises. Every year, thousands of species vanish--gone, presumed extinct, lost forever . . . or are they?

On rare occasions, creatures believed to have disappeared have been rediscovered by scientists and local communities. From the black-footed ferret, thought wiped out by disease until one turned up on a Wyoming porch, to the Pinocchio lizard, a quirky, long-nosed reptile hiding in Ecuador's cloud forests, these comeback stories span the globe.

Comeback Creatures is packed with inspiring tales of animals that beat the odds. It features: Over 50 rediscovered species--from tiny frogs and rare reptiles to giant tortoises and singing dogs.Immersive habitat spreads that explore rainforests, deserts, islands, and oceans.Flip-to-reveal pages uncovering the fascinating story behind each rediscovery.Compendium snapshots highlighting even more species that defied extinction.Tips to become a wildlife detective and protect nature in your own backyard.A helpful glossary to explain key conservation and science terms.

Written by award-winning children's author Leisa Stewart-Sharpe and brought to life with stunning illustrations by Lucy Rose, Comeback Creatures is a hopeful, eye-opening look at conservation and the resilience of nature.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0711288364
• ISBN13: 9780711288362
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 10.2" x 12.4"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7