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The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

By Patricia Valdez
Illustrated by Felicita Sala

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Paperback $8.99

Feb 21, 2023 | ISBN 9780593568859 | 4-8 years

Hardcover $18.99

Mar 13, 2018 | ISBN 9780399557255 | 4-8 years

Ebook $6.99

Mar 13, 2018 | ISBN 9780399557279 | 4-8 years

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    About Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor

    A fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist who loved reptiles!

    While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere–she even brought a crocodile to school!

    When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children’s tea parties–with her komodo dragon as the guest of honor.

    With a lively text and vibrant illustrations, scientist and writer Patricia Valdez and illustrator Felicita Sala bring to life Joan Procter’s inspiring story of passion and determination.

    About Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor

    For fans of Ada Twist: Scientist comes a fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist–who loved reptiles!

    Back in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithery and scaly ones, who turned over teacups and crawled past the crumpets…. While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere–she even brought a crocodile to school!

    When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children’s tea parties–with her komodo dragon as the guest of honor.

    With a lively text and vibrant illustrations, scientist and writer Patricia Valdez and illustrator Felicita Sala bring to life Joan Procter’s inspiring story of passion and determination.

    A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year selection

    About Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor

    For fans of Ada Twist: Scientist comes a fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist–who loved reptiles!

    Back in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithery and scaly ones, who turned over teacups and crawled past the crumpets…. While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere–she even brought a crocodile to school!

    When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children’s tea parties–with her komodo dragon as the guest of honor.

    With a lively text and vibrant illustrations, scientist and writer Patricia Valdez and illustrator Felicita Sala bring to life Joan Procter’s inspiring story of passion and determination.

    A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year selection

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    About Felicita Sala

    FELICITA SALA received Italy’s Premio Andersen for her work illustrating many books for children, including Green on Green by Dianne White; She Made a Monster: How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein by Lynn Fulton, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book;… More about Felicita Sala

    About Felicita Sala

    FELICITA SALA received Italy’s Premio Andersen for her work illustrating many books for children, including Green on Green by Dianne White; She Made a Monster: How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein by Lynn Fulton, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book;… More about Felicita Sala

    About Felicita Sala

    FELICITA SALA received Italy’s Premio Andersen for her work illustrating many books for children, including Green on Green by Dianne White; She Made a Monster: How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein by Lynn Fulton, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book;… More about Felicita Sala

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Picture Books

    Paperback | $8.99
    Published by Dragonfly Books
    Feb 21, 2023 | 40 Pages | 8-1/2 x 11 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593568859

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $18.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Mar 13, 2018 | 40 Pages | 8-1/2 x 11 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780399557255

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Picture Books

    Ebook | $6.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Mar 13, 2018 | 40 Pages | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780399557279

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    Praise

    “Whimsical artwork and an empowering story make this biography of a lesser-known woman scientist truly charming.”—Booklist, starred review

    “An inspirational biography with exciting depictions of a variety of reptiles, including a pet Komodo dragon, that will keep any child interested—whether reading on their own or with a group.”—School Library Journal, starred review

    “Valdez paints a portrait of a unique woman whose love for reptiles developed into a gratifying career.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

    Awards

    Illinois State Library Monarch Award NOMINEE 2020

    Pennsylvania Young Readers Choice Award NOMINEE 2019

    Utah Children’s Book Award NOMINEE 2020

    Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best Books SELECTION 2018

    NCSS-CBC Notable Children’s Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies AWARD 2019

    NCTE Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children RECOMMENDED 2019

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