Panther: Shadow of the Swamp

By Jonathan London

Book Overview

From dawn to dusk, this illustrated children's book follows the panther as she moves through the Florida Everglades hunting her prey. At nightfall she returns home with a wild hog for her three awaiting cubs.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 156402623X
• ISBN13: 9781564026231
• Release Date: November 2000
• Publisher: Candlewick
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.6" x 0.4" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 6 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 4

Customer Reviews

High-quality endangered animal book

In the Everglades, a Florida panther searches for food to keep her strength up to nurse her kittens. The simple story of this picture book for primary students comes alive with Paul Morin's striking, vibrant illustrations of the lush vegetation and wildlife of the Florida Everglades. Jonathan London's concise free verse suggests the anticipation and secrecy of the scarce panther's mission. An educational postscript is above the reading level of the rest of the book, but teachers and parents will find it a helpful resource. This is an admirable addition to a collection on endangered animals for primary-age children.