Snow Leopard
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

Snow Leopard

By Justin Anderson, Patrick Benson (Illustrator)

Follow tracks in the snow to uncover the elusive snow leopard's hidden world.

5.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.1/5 Goodreads · 125 ratings
32 pages· 1,227 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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In the Himalayan peaks, a zoologist embarks on a quest to find the elusive snow leopard, known as the gray ghost. With its camouflaged coat, this majestic creature is nearly invisible among the boulders. Will he catch a glimpse of this rare beauty, or will it remain a legend? Discover the secrets of the mountains and the breathtaking animal that calls it home. This journey promises unforgettable sights and fascinating insights into the life of a creature few have ever seen.

From the publisher

Look! A line of paw prints in the snow. Follow the tracks to see the rare and utterly majestic snow leopard and visit her secret world.

The people who live among the high peaks of the Himalayas tell stories of a mysterious animal called the gray ghost. To see one, you’d have to be very lucky indeed. Join a zoologist in the Himalayan mountains as he searches for the elusive creature. With her pale gold and silver-gray coat painted with black rosettes, she blends so well into the boulders, it’s no wonder she’s thought of as a ghost of the mountains. But the fortunate few who spot her are rewarded with a sight they will never forget. Written by an expert with firsthand experience, beautifully illustrated, and interwoven with fascinating facts, this vicarious look at a breathtaking animal includes an end note suggesting resources to explore.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,227
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD910L
Themes & topics
Books about places and regionsBooks about cultureBooks about big cats (lions, tigers, leopard, etc.)Books about endangered speciesBooks about animals
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~V
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
506340
Publication
Published
October 8, 2019
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781536205404

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