Dr. Karra to the Rescue
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Dr. Karra to the Rescue

By Christy Gove

Wild animals in crisis need a hero. Can a vet save them?

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40 pages
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Join Dr. Karra on a thrilling day as she races to save injured wildlife. From a dog-attacked opossum to a lead-poisoned owl, each animal's survival hangs in the balance. With true stories and real-life photos, this book offers a glimpse into the world of a wildlife veterinarian. Will Dr. Karra's expertise be enough to rescue these creatures? Discover the challenges and triumphs of animal care, and learn about the fascinating lives of the patients she treats. Perfect for young animal lovers and aspiring vets, this tale is both educational and heartwarming.

From the publisher

Experience the rewarding life of a wildlife veterinarian, with true details about five different injured animals. An opossum was attacked by a dog. A young owl swallowed a bit of lead. A turtle was hit by a car. These situations–and others just like it–are animal emergencies! Fortunately, there’s someone who can help: a wildlife veterinarian. Meet Dr. Karra from the Wildlife Center of Virginia (WCV) and follow her through an action-packed day.Written by acclaimed author Christy Gove, Dr. Karra to the Rescue is a children’s book that reads like a medical drama–except all the patients are wild animals. Join Dr. Karra and her team as they treat five different critters. Every account is based on a true story of an actual patient at the animal hospital. In fact, most of the photographs in this book came from the WCV.If your child loves animals, dreams of becoming a veterinarian, or enjoys real-life stories, this picture book is both entertaining and educational. It introduces facts about five different animals and spotlights the career of a wildlife veterinarian. Dr. Karra to the Rescue promotes empathy and instills an appreciation of wildlife and nature.Book FeaturesSpotlight on a wildlife veterinarian in actionTrue stories about five different injured animalsEducational content that also emphasizes compassion

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD640L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.1
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
June 16, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781647555849

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