NonFiction: The Watcher

 Book Review:

The Watcher: Jane Goodall's Life with the Chimps

By: Jeanette Winter

Summary:

"The Watcher: Jane Goodall's Life with the Chimps" by Jeanette Winter is an engrossing nonfiction book on the life of renowned primatologist Jane Goodall. The book brilliantly depicts her love of animals and her important studies on chimpanzees in their natural environment.

Genre and Illustrations:

As a nonfiction book for a K-5 classroom, "The Watcher" introduces young readers to the world of biology and environmental protection in an entertaining and approachable way. The story chronicles Jane Goodall's development from an inquisitive child to a world-renowned scientist, demonstrating to children how passion and dedication may lead to great accomplishments. The book's images brilliantly match the text, illustrating the wonders of nature as well as Goodall's intimate bond with the chimps.

Activities:

Motivational activities inspired by this book may include a project to learn more about local animals or a trip to a zoo or animal sanctuary. Children might also be encouraged to create a nature diary, where they can write observations on the animals and plants around them, similar to Goodall's study methodology.

Comments:

Personally, I think "The Watcher" to be a really inspiring book. It depicts Jane Goodall's passion and affection for animals, setting an excellent example for children about the need to preserve and maintain wildlife. Winter, the author, has an excellent collection of biographical picture books, including "Wangari's Trees of Peace," which advocates for environmental protection. These books, when combined with Goodall's own works for children, such as "My Life with the Chimpanzees," constitute an excellent resource for educating children about biology, environmental protection, and the potential influence of individual devotion to a cause.



References:

Galda, L., Liang, L. A., & Cullinan, B. E. (2023). Literature and the Child (9th ed.). Cengage Learning US. https://reader2.yuzu.com/books/9798214347752

Goodall, J., & Zhang, L. (1996). Yu Ta Wei Ban: Fei Zhou Cong Lin san shi nian. Ge lin chu ban.

Winter, J. (2011). The watcher: The story of Jane Goodall. Schwartz & Wade Books.


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