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  • Published: 7 March 2023
  • ISBN: 9781623542382
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $37.99

Border Crossings



Follow two endangered ocelots as they attempt to cross the border in this powerful picture book about the environmental impact of the Wall.

Follow two endangered ocelots as they attempt to cross the border in this powerful picture book about the environmental impact of the Wall.

Explore the beauty and biodiversity of our spectacular border area and see how the Wall impacts plants and animals. As two endangered ocelots attempt to cross the border, they face obstacles that drive home the catastrophic effects of the Wall--and the many benefits of keeping the border barrier-free. Powerful storytelling introduces young readers to the wildlife that thrives along the border and urges budding nature buffs to value and protect our environment.

2024 NCTE Orbis Pictus Award® for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children

  • Published: 7 March 2023
  • ISBN: 9781623542382
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $37.99

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Praise for Border Crossings

Praise for Hopping Ahead of Climate Change—Snowshoe Hares, Science, and Survival (Collard)
   • Finalist for the AAAS/Subaru/SB&F Prize for Middle Grade Science
   • NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books
   • Eureka Nonfiction Award Silver Medal
   • Winner, High Plains Books Award
   • Finalist, Green Earth Book Award
   • “Collard does an excellent job of telling the story of the snowshoe hare, while also keeping stewardship and conservation as the core message.”--Booklist
   • “Captivating text and a stimulating use of color photographs make this a welcome addition for all environmental collections.”--School Library Journal