Book Series · 2 Books

Animalographies Books

In order from Beautiful Jim to Togo & Balto.

Beautiful Jim
Togo & Balto
Beautiful Jim
Beautiful Jim
Togo & Balto
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Beautiful Jim
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Beautiful Jim

By Jodie Parachini, Dragan Kordic (Illustrator)

A horse learns to read and write, captivating audiences and promoting kindness.

32 pages· 1,819 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
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Summary: In the late 1800s, a remarkable horse named Beautiful Jim astonishes the world. Taught by his owner, Doc Key, a man who overcame slavery, Jim learns to read, write, and perform math. Together, they travel across America, even impressing presidents, while spreading a powerful message of compassion for animals. What secrets lie in Jim's diary, and how did this extraordinary partnership change perceptions forever?
The complete set

Animalographies Series

2 books · Published 2021–2022

Beautiful Jim

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A horse learns to read and write, captivating audiences and promoting kindness.

Togo & Balto

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Two huskies brave a deadly blizzard to deliver life-saving medicine.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Animalographies series?

There are 2 books in the Animalographies series. It began with Beautiful Jim in 2021, and the newest book, Togo & Balto, was published in 2022.

What ages are the Animalographies books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Animalographies to life.

01

Jodie Parachini

Author
02

Dragan Kordic

Illustrator
03

Jason Dewhirst

Illustrator
04

Keiron Ward

Illustrator

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