Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

For fans of Ada Twist: Scientist comes a fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist--who...
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Author: Patricia Valdez
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Language: English
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Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles by Valdez, Patricia

Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

€25,45

Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

€25,45
Author: Patricia Valdez
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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

Author: Patricia Valdez
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 03/13/2018
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.60w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780399557255
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 197453 / Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 12/01/2017 pg. 51
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2017
School Library Journal 01/01/2018 pg. 102
Publishers Weekly 02/19/2018
Horn Book Magazine 05/01/2018 pg. 150
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2018 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Patricia Valdez is a scientist who loves writing for children. She earned her Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and currently works at the National Institutes of Health. Originally from Texas, she now lives in the Washington, D.C. area. This is her first picture book.

Felicita Sala is a self taught illustrator who studied Philosophy at the University of Western Australia. She has worked on several animation projects, but her passion is making picture books. Felicita lives in Rome with her husband and their daughter. Visit her online at FelicitaSala.com, FelicitaSala.blogspot.com, and Instagram.com/felicita.sala/

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