The Great Rhino Rescue: Saving the Southern White Rhinos

Gr 2–5—Opening with a harrowing situation where a mother rhino is simply living and protecting her baby before being struck by a poacher, Markle's latest does not pull any punches to convey the extreme danger of the southern white rhino becoming extinct. From the beginning scene to informative sections that expertly explain what a dire situation poaching has become for the rhinos, readers will be informed and enthralled throughout the fact-filled narrative. This title makes for an excellent introduction to endangered species and extinction's effects on the environment by explaining why poachers do what they do and providing a detailed look at what lengths wildlife groups and scientists have gone to in order to save these creatures. There are also details about the life of a rhino, from how their young are raised to what their horns are made of. The pictures are clear, large, and well organized on the page.