Family Pack
  • Published: 24 September 2019
  • ISBN: 9781580892186
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $16.99

Family Pack

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Based on the true story of the reintroduction of gray wolves to Yellowstone National Park.

A real-life story of adaptation and survival.

Acclaimed science writer Sandra Markle and celebrated artist Alan Marks team up for the fifth time in this fascinating real-life story of a wolf and her pack.

Years ago, an effort had been made to eliminate wolves from Yellowstone National Park. Recently, conservationists decided to reintroduce the animal to the area, relocating wolves from Canada. Family Pack introduces readers to Female 7 and Male 2, the founders of the Leopold wolf pack—the first naturally formed pack after the relocation effort.

Readers follow Female 7 as she sets out on her own upon her release to the 2.2-million-acre area that is Yellowstone. Without the comfort of her mother or other wolves, the young female grows and learns to feed, hunt, and survive in her new home. Eventually, she crosses paths with Male 2, and the wolves form a family of their own.

Back matter includes more information about wolves, a bibliography, and an author’s note about the Leopold pack and the importance of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone, restoring the natural balance.
  • Published: 24 September 2019
  • ISBN: 9781580892186
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $16.99
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Praise for Family Pack

Praise for Family Pack

  • "Markle's matter-of-fact tone creates empathy without anthropomorphism, while the use of present tense brings a sense of immediacy to the narrative." --Booklist
  • "An excellent story for wolf-lovers and a welcome addition to elementary-school science shelves." --Kirkus Reviews

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  • "A fresh, winning blend of natural science, simple storyline, tenderness, and perseverance." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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  • "A compelling way to learn about these fascinating creatures."--School Library Journal, starred review
  • "The lucid free verse tells the elemental nature drama, and Marks' beautiful double-page watercolors with delicate ink details are equally effective at depicting the expansive blue sky and the tiny, furry brown baby, alone and then cuddled up safely at last."--Booklist, starred review
  • "This is a must for every nonfiction collection and bat fan."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review