Florida's Famous Animals: True Stories of Sunset Sam the Dolphin, Snooty the Manatee, Big Guy the Panther, and Others

by Jan Godown Annino

Book Overview

Amazing, heartwarming and true animal stories with photos For animal lovers all over the planet, here is an easy-to-read collection of real-life rescues, rehabilitations, and adoptions from a state... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0762741368
• ISBN13: 9780762741366
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

Even a native Floridian can learn some fun facts about Florida animals

Author Jan Annino has a lively, entertaining style that makes you think of an old-time story-teller. Her research is impeccable and her subjects are engaging. I highly recommend this book, not only for young readers but for anyone who loves animals and appreciates Florida's interesting animals. Natives (manatee, Florida panther) and non-natives (hippo, elephant) receive well deserved attention. My favorite entries were Brownie, the Town Dog of Daytona Beach; and Jet, the Runway Dog. I'm sure you will find a favorite as well!

What a fun read!

I picked up this delightful book mainly because it had a chapter on Lu, the famous movie-star hippo of Homosassas Springs. I ended up reading it cover to cover, laughing & smiling the entire time. An absolutely enjoyable read. Highly recommended for anyone who loves animals, and wants to learn more about some of Florida's most interesting (and famous!) denizens.