Fables of the Amazon: Fun Lessons in Ecology - Softcover

Hesse, Alan J.; Emmons PhD, Louise H.

 
9789942402530: Fables of the Amazon: Fun Lessons in Ecology

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🌿 Real Amazon science told through fables your students and children will love.

Fables of the Amazon is a unique collection of 11 short comic-strip stories, each based on original ecological research in the Amazon rainforest. In the tradition of La Fontaine’s fables, every story conveys a clear lesson in ecology, conservation, or morals — presented with humor and vivid illustrations.

“Fables of the Amazon delivers important forest lessons, animal facts, and moral tales through humorous stories and vivid images that will broaden children's minds to the unique world of the Amazon.”Readers’ Favorite

Why this book belongs on every shelf:

  • ✍️ Scientifically grounded — created by Smithsonian scientist Dr. Louise Emmons and conservation biologist Alan Hesse, drawing on decades of field research.

  • 🎨 Accessible format — short, 1–2 page comic fables keep readers engaged.

  • 📚 Educational value — introduces children ages 8–12 to rainforest ecology, wildlife, and conservation ethics.

  • 🏫 Classroom-ready — perfect as a teaching resource for science, ecology, and geography lessons.

  • 🎁 Giftable — a beautiful full-color paperback for nature-loving families.

More than just a storybook, Fables of the Amazon is a child-friendly introduction to rainforest science and conservation, presented in a way that sparks curiosity and discussion.

👉 Add it to your classroom, library, or home collection — and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards today.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Alan J. Hesse is a multi-award-winning author-illustrator who merges professional expertise in nature conservation with storytelling and artistic skills. Alan's 30-year career in conservation gives him a unique edge as an author of children's books with an environmental focus that are both engaging and educational. He is the author of ten children's books, most of them graphic novels and comics that have been compared to the legendary Tintin collection. These include the growing and highly acclaimed Adventures of Captain Polo series about climate change. The Captain Polo character is the inspiration behind the Captain Polo Academy as a global brand promoting environmental and climate literacy.

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