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Macmillan Children's Book

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant

Surviving the Wild

Author: Remy Lai

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant

$13.99

About This Book

Planet Earth meets Narwhal and Jelly in this funny and suspenseful young reader graphic novel adventure series featuring heroic animals! Inspired by true events, the book includes facts about...

Page Count
112
On Sale
04/05/2022
Age Range
6-9

Book Details

Planet Earth meets Narwhal and Jelly in this funny and suspenseful young reader graphic novel adventure series featuring heroic animals! Inspired by true events, the book includes facts about climate change, elephants, and how kids can help protect the environment.

"A heartening and pensive story, told through irresistibly charming art, Star the Elephant is an utter delight." —John Patrick Green, New York Times-bestselling creator of InvestiGators


Star the Elephant and his herd are searching for a new home. But when Star is separated from his family, he must journey alone into the great unknown. He'll come face to face with giant spiders, the vast ocean beyond his island, and strange humans. Can Star find his way back to his family?

Imprint Publisher

Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

ISBN

9781250784995

Reading Guide

In The News

Praise for Surviving the Wild

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"Pulled in by simple yet adorable illustrations . . . this tender tale packs an all too timely environmental message." —School Library Journal, starred review

* "Though high on the adorable factor, this is also a ­powerful, stirring ­example of the ­devastating impact of climate change." —School Library Journal, starred review, on Rainbow the Koala

“A heartening and pensive story, told through irresistibly charming art, Star the Elephant is an utter delight.” —John Patrick Green, New York Times-bestselling creator of InvestiGators

"Gorgeously drawn and bursting with charm, adventure, and tenderness. . . Star the Elephant is a pure delight for young readers." —Jonathan Stutzman, author of Llama Destroys the World

Praise for Pawcasso

"It's tail-wagging entertaining!" —Kelly Yang, New York Times bestselling author

"A beautifully drawn and delightful story bursting with art, books, and fun!" Maria Scrivan, New York Times bestselling author

Fly on the Wall


A Best Book of the Year for Kirkus, Booklist, Chicago Public Library, and School Library Journal!

“Funny, enthralling, and a great reminder that being a little odd isn’t a bad thing.” —Kayla Miller, author of Click and Camp

"Bright, funny storytelling . . . in this sharp, sweet story there is much to connect with." —The New York Times Book Review

* "Near-misses and laugh-out-loud moments abound, which will endear it to readers who like 'Big Nate' and 'Wimpy Kid.'" —School Library Journal, starred review

* "A smile-inducing crowd-pleaser." —Booklist, starred review

Pie in the Sky

Winner of the Sid Fleischman Award for Humor!

Named a Best Book of the Year by Parents Magazine, NPR, New York Public Library, Chicago Public Library, BookRiot, Horn Book, and Kirkus! An Indie Next pick!

"Heartwarming and rib-tickling." —Terri Libenson, bestselling author of Invisible Emmie

* "Perfect for fans of Gene Luen Yang and Victoria Jamieson." —Shelf Awareness, starred review

* "The perfect mixture of funny and emotionally resonant." —School Library Journal, starred review

"[A] stunning debut." —NPR

About the Creators

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant

$13.99