animal welfare

Twelve-year-old Rob Horton finds a tiger in the misty Florida woods. He also meets Sistine Bailey, a girl who shows her feelings as readily as Rob hides his. As they become friends, they prove that some things--like memories, and heartache, and tigers--can't be locked up forever.

When Ivan, a gorilla who has lived for years in a down-and-out circus-themed mall, meets Ruby, a baby elephant that has been added to the mall, he decides that he must find her a better life.

Text and illustrations look at different animal rescues, including a pair of owls.

A French bulldog who loves gourmet food has trouble finding a family that is just right for him.

A sick, abused dog found in an alley by members of the Pet Rescue Club is finally well and ready to be adopted when she proves herself a hero.

"Shawn and Kat Choi try to find a forever home for a stray bullmastiff"--Provided by publisher.

"When she confronts a screaming raccoon that may or may not be a ghost, animal control officer Francine Poulet questions her abilities"--OCLC.

Rob, who passes the time in his rural Florida community by wood carving, is drawn by his spunky but angry friend Sistine into a plan to free a caged tiger.

The accepted definition of animal cruelty may differ between cultures and even between individual people. Some people may not mind eating meat, no matter where it came from, but think keeping animals in zoos in cruel. Others may abstain from eating meat or using animal products altogether. In addition, many animal-focused businesses make people a lot of money. How should young people decide what they believe? This book presents ideas about animal cruelty in an age-appropriate manner and allows readers to consider its many aspects. In addition, it presents tips to stand against animal cruelty in their lives and communities.