Can one girl and her friends save the lives of hundreds of factory farmed hens? When Amanda Cotter is dragged to Australia, away from her best friend and her dog, she thinks things can’t get much worse. Well, that’s until she finds herself hiding in a caged egg farm after her first day at Woollybutt High. As she looks into the eyes of a trapped hen, Amanda realises that if she gets out of here, nothing will be the same again. Will she be able to prove to her dad that one 13-year-old activist really can make a difference or will her efforts get herself and the hens in more trouble than ever before? Reviews: "I loved this book. It is all about animal cruelty and a girl called Amanda saving lots of little chickens. I think everyone should definitely buy and read this book because it's the best book I've ever read. So far." - 8 year old Amber. "Even as a grown up, I was inspired by Amanda and learned a lot from her story. It was equal parts funny and moving, and I hope to see more of Amanda saving the world, one chicken at a time!" - Kelly Dudziak "I couldn't put it down. A truly great read about friendship, loss, passion, compassion and about doing something right even though it might be scary." - Kay Liptrott.

You're never too young to change the worldDo you want to help animals but are not sure how? Or maybe you are already helping animals and want to do more. Whether you're seven years old or seventeen, Saving Animals: A Future Activist's Guide - a lively, interactive, hands-on guide to animal and environmental activism for young people of all ages - will show you how.This timely book covers all aspects of animal protection - from pets to farm animals to wildlife - as well as how to make the world a better place for animals through vegan outreach, animal advocacy, and volunteerism. Whatever your personality, skillset, or age, you'll find something in this book to inspire you.In addition to information on why animal protection is vital for all living beings as well as our planet, this book is filled with the interviews and stories of more than two dozen young activists, ranging in age from seven to twenty-two, all of whom are doing amazing things to help create a kinder world. You'll learn how fun and easy it is to be vegan, discover what kinds of outreach will best fit your style, and find hope for a better future."We may be young, but we're also powerful. People will see us speaking up for animals and will realize that they, too, can make positive changes. Our voices will be heard." --Emma Black (14), Wollongong, Australia

Foreword Reviews 2013 Book of the Year FinalistEveryone called the whistleblower’s death a suicide, including his own wife. But when Jude Brannock, an animal rights investigator, begins asking questions about the processing plant where the whistleblower worked, events turn even uglier. There’s something the town doesn’t want anyone to see.Jude’s determination to get to the truth leads her to Carolyn Chapel, a teenager who has inexplicable visions of her own death – confusing to the young girl and deeply troubling to her family. The teen latches onto Jude as someone who can save her. But Carolyn may know more about the whistleblower’s death than she understands. And as Jude gets closer to finding out what the plant is desperate to keep hidden, the troubled girl’s knowledge may make her visions a reality, for both her and Jude.“Fast paced, with a deft blend of mystery and suspense, The Chain is a promising start to a new series.” – Kayti Nika Taet for Readers’ Favorite“I couldn't believe my good fortune when I found out that two of my passions, animal rights and suspense fiction, could be found in one superbly crafted book.”“The author’s background as a private investigator and assistant DA in NY, along with her dual passions for writing and for animals, make this a hard book to put down.”“Suspensefully draws you in, great read! Edge of your seat page turner! Gives the reader a great look at what investigators do, what they experience and just how blinded society is.”“Teacher gives this book an A+”“Just finished the book and I loved every minute of it!!!!”

“Inspired by real-life investigative journalism … this page-turner is peopled with well-developed characters.” - Publishers WeeklyA federal trapper is found shot and left to die in his own trap. Animal activists are blamed. But when Investigator Jude Brannock searches for the real killer, she comes face to face with the prime suspect – a man she once loved and has never forgotten. Proving his innocence, however, means she must go undercover into a world where animal activists are as demonized as the wolves they are determined to protect. One slip and she will become the hunted.

He was her undercover trainee. Her friend. Her lover. But had he been playing her all along?“A riveting thriller … the author is definitely a writer to watch.” Kirkus Reviews (starred review)When a young investigator, suddenly vanishes from an undercover assignment, his mentor Jude Brannock risks blowing both his and the agency’s cover to look for him.Jude’s investigation takes her to a small farming town in Vermont where she is faced with evidence that her trusted pupil might have perpetrated an elaborate con job on her and is, in fact, working for the target of their undercover operation – a biopharmaceutical company testing on animals. She soon learns that she’s not the only one furious at the young man.Determined to get to the truth, Jude takes increasingly dangerous risks, failing to see the deadly secret that’s festering in the town as well as the self-destructive secret she keeps from herself.“Readers looking for a soundly executed, intelligent and riveting thriller would do well to pick up a copy of The Experiment.” – BookViral“Wow, this was an intense yet very entertaining novel to read. Jude is such a powerful character.” – Reader’s Favorite (5 stars)“The character introductions and story building were so brilliantly done … Great book and I would definitely recommend it for any mystery enthusiasts out there.” – International Review of Books“I fell in love with Jude right from the start of the book.” – The World as I See It“Well-written, intense, sure to appeal to animal lovers.” – Amazon Top 10 Reviewer”It could easily be the headline in tomorrow's newspaper! I'm definitely going back to read the first two books in the series.” – Lynchburg Mama

Part memoir and part investigative report, Eating Animals is the groundbreaking moral examination of vegetarianism, farming, and the food we eat every day that inspired the documentary of the same name.Bestselling author Jonathan Safran Foer spent much of his life oscillating between enthusiastic carnivore and occasional vegetarian. For years he was content to live with uncertainty about his own dietary choices but once he started a family, the moral dimensions of food became increasingly important.Faced with the prospect of being unable to explain why we eat some animals and not others, Foer set out to explore the origins of many eating traditions and the fictions involved with creating them. Traveling to the darkest corners of our dining habits, Foer raises the unspoken question behind every fish we eat, every chicken we fry, and every burger we grill.Part memoir and part investigative report, Eating Animals is a book that, in the words of the Los Angeles Times, places Jonathan Safran Foer "at the table with our greatest philosophers" -and a must-read for anyone who cares about building a more humane and healthy world.

A major revision of the animal rights handbook Striking at the Roots, this 10th-anniversary edition is more than 100 pages longer with advice on using social media, protecting yourself at protests, supporting prisoners, living with non-vegans, a deeper dive into activist self-care, and much more. The book brings together the most effective tactics for speaking out for animal protection. Activists from around the globe explain why their models of activism have been successful―and how you can become involved. Concise and full of practical examples and resources, this manual for success demonstrates how many of the world's most engaged activists effectively speak to the public, lobby policymakers, and deal with law enforcement―all while keeping their eyes on the prize of achieving victories for animals. Striking at the Roots will empower you to make the most of your skills. From simple leafleting to taking direct action, each chapter clearly explains where to begin, what to expect, and how to ensure your message is heard.

Meat Market elevates the debate over animal agriculture. Erik Marcus exposes and clears away the exaggerated claims and counterclaims put forth by the meat industry and its opponents. In the process, Marcus presents a thorough examination of animal agriculture's cruelties and its far-reaching social costs. Marcus then considers the discouraging progress made by the animal protection movement. He evaluates where the movement has gone wrong, and how its shortcomings could best be remedied.

Adopting a shelter dog comes with unconditional love, but also many questions.A little boy imagines what life was like for his new dog before he adopted him from a shelter. Maybe he had a boy who loved him, but the family had to move and couldn't keep him. Maybe he belonged to someone who didn't appreciate how mischievous puppies can be. Maybe he was treated badly.But the most important thing is that now, he can be shown all the love he's been missing. Because this dog is home.Winner of the Humane Society KIND Children's Picture Book Award and the ASPCA Henry Bergh Children's Book Award, this touching story celebrates all who support, care for, and adopt shelter dogs.

Bear Boy is a true-life coming-of-age story of two bears who inspire one boy to stand up for animals, question authority and discover the power of activism."This is a book that will encourage you to follow your dreams...I simply couldn't put it down." -Jane Goodall, UN Messenger of Peace"An empowering story of a young man who discovered his words count, his actions count, and he counts...Delightful in umpteen ways." -Ingrid Newkirk, President of PETA"A truly empowering story of compassion, activism, and self-discovery." -Jasmin Singer, author of Always Too Much and Never EnoughJustin is a typical teenager, dodging school bullies and waging an endless war with his parents. But when he discovers Ursula and Brutus-two sibling black bears being kept in horrific conditions at a nearby zoo-his life begins to change. He finds a cause that ignites his passion and an animal sanctuary willing to take the bears. But there's a catch: he'll have to cover the quarter-million-dollar cost.Undaunted, Justin takes his seemingly insurmountable quest to an international audience, gaining media attention and support from celebrities. With television cameras rolling, Justin fights to free the bears, and it turns out himself.Justin Barker's surprising and moving YA memoir offers the optimism of the 1990s while exploring timely issues of activism, animal rights, and LGBTQ identity with tenderness, unblinking honesty, and heart.Additional Praise for Bear Boy:"In this compelling, honest, and moving story, Justin Barker proves that one kid can make a big difference. Old and young, rich and poor, black and white, LGBTQ and straight-we all have the power to change the lives of animals for the better."-Sy Montgomery, NYT bestselling author, The Soul of an Octopus"Justin sets an example for what a motivated young person can do to impact their community and the world. Written with honesty and humor, it's fun to tag along as Justin fights his long battle to save Brutus and Ursula. We need more stories like this." -Jamie Margolin, cofounder, Zero Hour; author, Youth to Power

5,000,000 COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE • TRANSLATED IN MORE THAN 35 LANGUAGESWhat is Violent Communication?If “violent” means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate—judging others, bullying, having racial bias, blaming, finger pointing, discriminating, speaking without listening, criticizing others or ourselves, name-calling, reacting when angry, using political rhetoric, being defensive or judging who’s “good/bad” or what’s “right/wrong” with people—could indeed be called “violent communication.”What is Nonviolent Communication?Nonviolent Communication is the integration of four things:• Consciousness: a set of principles that support living a life of compassion, collaboration, courage, and authenticity• Language: understanding how words contribute to connection or distance• Communication: knowing how to ask for what we want, how to hear others even in disagreement, and how to move toward solutions that work for all• Means of influence: sharing “power with others” rather than using “power over others”Nonviolent Communication serves our desire to do three things:• Increase our ability to live with choice, meaning, and connection• Connect empathically with self and others to have more satisfying relationships• Sharing of resources so everyone is able to benefit

Includes character guide, horse terms, quiz, author info, and historical horse info"You saved your mistress's life, Beauty! Yes, you saved her life."Black Beauty is the prettiest young horse in the meadows, and spends many happy days under the apple trees with his friends Ginger and Merrylegs. But this easy life comes to an end when Beauty is sold and goes from farm to inn to cabhorse in London, enduring rough treatment from foolish and careless masters. Beauty remains faithful, hardworking, and full of spirit despite his trials, and through him we learn that all horses and humans alike deserve to be treated with kindness.

The animal liberation movement is growing in size and strength, but so are the industries that exploit animals. These industries have vastly more resources at their disposal than activists do. Given this tremendous power differential, how can activists hope to compete? The good news is that there is a way to shift the balance of power in favor of the movement. And strategy is the way. In Strategic Action for Animals, Melanie Joy explains how to use strategy to exponentially increase the effectiveness of activism for animals. Drawing on diverse movements and sources, she offers tried and true tactics based on well-established principles and practices. She also explains how to address the most common problems that weaken the movement, such as dissidence among organizations and activists, inefficient campaigns, wasted resources, and high rates of burnout. Whether you are working alone or with a group, whether you are a seasoned activist or new to the movement, Strategic Action for Animals, can help you make the most of your efforts to make the world a better place for animals.

"This book belongs on every animal lover's shelf―and it's a particularly great gift for young people who are on fire to save animals but are unsure where to start. Hooray!!" ―Sy Montgomery, author of The Good Good Pig and The Soul of an OctopusThe Animal Lover's Guide to Changing the World is the inspiring, accessible, and empowering book for everyone who loves animals and wants to live a more animal-friendly life, even if they aren’t ready to join a movement or give up bacon.With more than 7.5 billion people on the planet, wildlife is going extinct at the fastest rate since the dinosaurs. Three to four million dogs and cats are killed in shelters every year; billions of chickens, pigs, and cows are killed for food; and countless animals are killed in research labs or their habitat. The numbers are daunting, but there’s good news too! Even one person truly can make a difference without breaking the bank.With Stephanie Feldstein's straightforward and encouraging guidance, readers will learn how to take action to create a better world for the animals we love. It starts with changes as simple as taking a shorter shower, skipping meat once a week, wearing "this" not "that," and extends all the way to online activism and politics.The animals need us; so let's get on with some world changing!

Caldecott Honor BookWhat happens when Sal and her mother meet a mother bear and her cub? A beloved classic is born!Kuplink, kuplank, kuplunk! Sal and her mother a picking blueberries to can for the winter. But when Sal wanders to the other side of Blueberry Hill, she discovers a mama bear preparing for her own long winter. Meanwhile Sal's mother is being followed by a small bear with a big appetite for berries! Will each mother go home with the right little one?With its expressive line drawings and charming story, Blueberries for Sal has won readers' hearts since its first publication in 1948. This book-and-audio edition features the Puffin paperback picture book edition of Blueberries for Sal accompanied by a compact disc that features a lively, professional reading of the story. Perfect for road trips or bedtime reading, story time, preschool, or home school, Puffin Storytime will please children and parents alike."The adventures of a little girl and a baby bear while hunting for blueberries with their mothers one bright summer day. All the color and flavor of the sea and pine-covered Maine countryside."-School Library Journal, starred review.

“A most important book that will change the way many of us look at animals—and, ultimately, at ourselves.” — Chicago TribuneSince its original publication in 1975, this groundbreaking work has awakened millions of people to the existence of "speciesism"—our systematic disregard of nonhuman animals—inspiring a worldwide movement to transform our attitudes to animals and eliminate the cruelty we inflict on them.In Animal Liberation, author Peter Singer exposes the chilling realities of today's "factory farms" and product-testing procedures—destroying the spurious justifications behind them, and offering alternatives to what has become a profound environmental and social as well as moral issue. An important and persuasive appeal to conscience, fairness, decency, and justice, it is essential reading for the supporter and the skeptic alike.

THIRTEEN-YEAR OLD EVA wakes up in the hospital unable to remember anything since the picnic on the beach. Her mother leans over the bed and begins to explain. A traffic accident, a long coma . . .But there is something, Eva senses, that she’s not being told. There is a price she must pay to be alive at all. What have they done, with their amazing medical techniques, to save her?

Albert Schweitzer became a doctor so he could save lives. He built a clinic in Gabon, Aftica, where he spent his life helping sick people. It was Albert's animal friends who taught him to be kind when he was a child. This is his imaginary childhood journal.

Now in paperback–the ten things we must do to ensure a safe and peaceful world, from legendary environmentalist Jane Goodall and brilliant animal behaviorist, Marc Bekoff.Combining her life's work living among the chimpanzees with her spiritual perspective on the relationship between humans and animals, legendary behavioral scientist Jane Goodall sets forth ten trusts that we as humans have as custodians of the planet:1. Respect all life2. Live as part of the Animal Kingdom3. Educate our children to respect animals4. Treat animals as you would like to be treated5. Be a steward6. Value the sounds of nature and help preserve them7. Do not harm life in order to learn about it8. Have the courage of your convictions9. Act knowing that your actions make a difference10. Act knowing that you are not alone.Filled with inspirational stories, The Ten Trusts provides lessons Jane Goodall has learned from a lifetime of experience, with the warmth and emotion her readers have come to expect from her. Marc Bekoff, cofounder of the Roots and Shoots program with Jane, also contributes his profound insights and research, which Jane has come to rely on. Together, they share their hope and vision for humanity and all the earth's creatures, distilled into ten eloquent spiritual lessons. Within these ten trusts, Goodall reveals how we can gain true enlightenment by living in harmony with the animal kingdom and honoring the interconnection between all species.

Committed is a bold, offbeat, globe-trotting memoir that shows how the most ridiculed punching bag in high school became an internationally renowned crusader for the most downtrodden individuals of all -- animals. This irresistibly entertaining book recounts the unorthodox coming-of-age that inspired a reluctant party boy to devote his life to a cause, without ever abandoning his sense of mischief and fun.Mathews is the irreverent force behind the colorful crusades carried out by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), making animal rights the "it" cause with campaigns involving nude protestors, odd costumes, and celebrities as diverse as Pamela Anderson and Sir Paul McCartney. With self-deprecating wit and candor, he reveals the edgy details of his outrageous career, which has found him arrested naked on the streets of Hong Kong, dressed as a carrot outside grade schools in Iowa (where he was pelted with luncheon meats), and impersonating a priest to crash a fashion show in Milan.From the rock scene in Hollywood and London to the inner sanctums of New York high fashion and from jails in Boston to a psychiatric ward in Paris, Committed spotlights the adventures life can offer when you don't abandon your ideals and imagination with your youth.

Everyone knows it's hard to get children to eat their vegetables! "The Boy Who Loved Broccoli" is a humorous tale about Baxter, a boy who enjoys eating broccoli so much that it gives him super powers. After jumping over mountains and splashing through lakes, he goes on to perform superhero good deeds and convinces others to indulge in the delicious green veggie, only to find out that they become filled with super powers as well. Find out what happens next when Baxter finds himself in a bit of trouble!

With more than two million members and supporters, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is the world's largest animal-rights organization, and its founder and president, Ingrid Newkirk, is one of the most well-known and most effective activists in America. She has spearheaded worldwide efforts to improve the treatment of animals in manufacturing, entertainment, and elsewhere.Every day, in laboratories, food factories, and other industries, animals by the millions are subjected to inhumane cruelty. In this accessible guide, Newkirk teaches readers hundreds of simple ways to stop thoughtless animal cruelty and make positive choices.For each topic, Newkirk provides hard facts, personal insight, inspiration, ideas, and resources, including:• How to eat healthfully and compassionately• How to adopt animals rather than support puppy mills• How to make their vote count and change public opinion• How to switch to cruelty-free cosmetics and clothing• How to choose amusements that protect rather than exploit animals.With public concern for the well-being of animals greater than ever―particularly among young people―this timely, practical book offers exciting and easy ways to make a difference.

Be inspired by the true story of social media sensation Bree the Rescue Rooster, who is waking up the world to kindness one crow at a time.In this beautifully illustrated picture book, follow Bree on his journey from a lost chick on an NYC street to finding his forever home with his human, Camille. Learn how Bree became a chicken with a mission to change the world with his “big wings” message of love for all animals, people, and the planet.

2007 Winner, Humane Society of the US KIND Award, Best Children's Picture Book of the Year2007 Winner, ASPCA HENRY BERGH AWARD, best Children's Picture Book in the Companion Animal category“Buddy Unchained is a deeply moving look at a dog abandoned and adopted. The story is simple yet of vast importance, and at the end we want nothing more than to make sure that all the Buddys of the world are loved and cared for like this patient, easy-to-please pup.”— Janet Leimeister, Events Manager, The Capitola Book Store“Buddy Unchained is a valuable tool in teaching the message of compassion and empathy toward animals.” —Lisa Desjardins, Vice-President, Aroostook Animal Welfare Awareness Group“I wanted to say how much my nephew and I have been enjoying Buddy Unchained. He asks me to read it twice in a row each time and the wonderful and moving images make such an impression on him. I can see it in his eyes, facial expressions and comments. I would like to commend firstly, the artist’s sensitive and expressive drawings which truly came from the heart. And I would like to commend Gryphon Press for their dedication to the voiceless. I am only now learning more about Gryphon Press and will certainly consider further purchases. More importantly, it has inspired me even more so to become involved in saving animals in need.”--Catherine Ciarrocchi, book buyer"The Gryphon Press's inspiring books bring education about empathy and the human-animal bond to children in the form of beautiful fictional picture books. These books have become an integral part of our humane education library program, since they provoke thoughtful dialogue about responsible pet care among our young participants. " --Lauren Briskin, Interim Humane Education Coordinator, Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

In this thought-provoking book, Tobias Leenaert leaves well-trodden animal advocacy paths and takes a fresh look at the strategies, objectives, and communication of the vegan and animal rights movement. He argues that, given our present situation, with entire societies dependent on using animals, we need a very pragmatic approach. How to Create a Vegan World contains many valuable ideas and insights for both budding advocates for animals and seasoned activists, organizational leaders, and even entrepreneurs.

Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read.This beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." This high-quality paperback features vibrant illustrations colorized by Rosemary Wells!Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend. They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur's life when he was born the runt of his litter.E. B. White's Newbery Honor Book is a tender novel of friendship, love, life, and death that will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come. This edition contains newly color illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. B. White's Stuart Little and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series, among many other books.Whether enjoyed in the classroom or for homeschooling or independent reading, Charlotte's Web is a proven favorite.

More than twenty years after its publication, Peter Singer's Ethics into Action continues to inspire new generations of activists through its portrayal of Henry Spira and the animal rights movement. With a new preface from the author, this edition celebrates the continued importance of social movements and provides a path towards furthering changes in our world.Singer, one of the world's most influential living philosophers, reveals how Henry Spira influenced major corporations by simultaneously applying targeted pressures and removing existing obstacles to achieve his ethical goals. As people all over the world continues to struggle for justice, Spira's method of effecting change serves as a proven model for activists fighting across a wide range of causes.

A chicken's diary tells the story of a group of chickens chucked out of their cramped barn by aliens to make way for the humans they like to grow to eat. The chickens cannot bear the humans to suffer the same fate. This story makes Andrew and Gemma start thinking about the food they eat.

This book is about a revolution--a revolution of the heart.The exploitation of animals is pervasive, entrenched, and horrific. In this book, the authors reject the idea that animal use is morally acceptable if we treat animals “humanely.” They reject the campaigns for “compassionate” exploitation promoted by virtually all large animal protection organizations. These campaigns, the authors argue, reinforce the notion that we can consume our way out of injustice and trade one form of exploitation for another. They are morally wrong and they are, as a practical matter, ineffective.The central argument of this book is that we need a paradigm shift. We must see nonhuman animals as nonhuman persons.This paradigm shift—this revolution of the heart—starts with our own veganism, not as some sort of “flexitarian lifestyle” issue, but as a basic, fundamental, and non-negotiable commitment to justice and fairness for nonhuman animals. Veganism, as a moral imperative, recognizes that we have no moral justification for using animals—however “humanely”—for our purposes. It continues with our daily efforts to educate others in creative, positive, and nonviolent ways about veganism—something that each of us can do if we want to. Every day, we have opportunities to educate family, friends, colleagues at work, and people whom we encounter in a store or on a bus. Is it easier to write a check to someone else than do the work ourselves? Of course it is. But it won’t work because the large advocacy organizations are not seeking to end animal exploitation; they are, by promoting the idea of “compassionate” animal use, seeking instead to make the public feel more comfortable about continuing to exploit animals.br>Francione and Charlton, both attorneys and professors at Rutgers University School of Law, have the dual perspective of working on animal issues for 30 years while developing the abolitionist theory of animal rights. In this book, they discuss six principles that make up the Abolitionist Approach:I. Principle One: Abolitionists maintain that all sentient beings, human or nonhuman, have one right—the basic right not to be treated as the property of others.II. Principle Two: Abolitionists maintain that our recognition of this one basic right means that we must abolish, and not merely regulate, institutionalized animal exploitation, and that abolitionists should not support welfare reform campaigns or single-issue campaigns.III. Principle Three: Abolitionists maintain that veganism is a moral baseline and that creative, nonviolent vegan education must be the cornerstone of rational animal rights advocacy.IV. Principle Four: The Abolitionist Approach links the moral status of nonhumans with sentience alone and not with any other cognitive characteristic; all sentient beings are equal for the purpose of not being used exclusively as a resource.V. Principle Five: Abolitionists reject all forms of human discrimination, including racism, sexism, heterosexism, ageism, ableism, and classism—just as they reject speciesism.VI. Principle Six: Abolitionists recognize the principle of nonviolence as a core principle of the animal rights movement.On the bedrock of these six principles, Francione and Charlton maintain that we can end animal exploitation.

This national bestseller exploring the complex emotional lives of animals was hailed as "a masterpiece" by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas and as "marvelous" by Jane Goodall.The popularity of When Elephants Weep has swept the nation, as author Jeffrey Masson appeared on Dateline NBC, Good Morning America, and was profiled in People for his ground-breaking and fascinating study. Not since Darwin's The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals has a book so thoroughly and effectively explored the full range of emotions that exist throughout the animal kingdom.From dancing squirrels to bashful gorillas to spiteful killer whales, Masson and coauthor Susan McCarthy bring forth fascinating anecdotes and illuminating insights that offer powerful proof of the existence of animal emotion. Chapters on love, joy, anger, fear, shame, compassion, and loneliness are framed by a provocative re-evaluation of how we treat animals, from hunting and eating them to scientific experimentation. Forming a complete and compelling picture of the inner lives of animals, When Elephants Weep assures that we will never look at animals in the same way again.

Seventh-graders Claude and Medea aren’t expecting a quirky substitute teacher to change their lives. Nor are they anticipating the dangerous adventure in store for them. They seem like normal kids. But are they? Claude has famous parents and sticks to the rules. Medea’s got a scholarship to a fancy private school and can’t get into trouble. Why do they care so much about their unusual teacher, Ms. Rattlebee, and become inspired to be heroes? Find out what makes this unlikely pair begin to view the world differently and risk everything. Claude and Medea: The Hellburn Dogs is a riveting story and Moonbeam Gold Medal winner for juvenile fiction. It offers kids not only what they most want but also what they most need—protagonists who embody courage, compassion, and care. And who doesn’t love a great story about dogs?!

How can we as animal advocates best help nonhuman animals? This is a question that gets thrown around and debated passionately among those who care deeply about animals. Many fall within different "camps," claiming that their particular approach is more "effective" despite a lack of any meaningful or peer-reviewed scientific study. Often, claims of effectiveness are not grounded in any particular theory of behavioral change and may actually run counter to the clinical and scientific literatures about how change occurs for other behaviors. Motivational Methods for Vegan Advocacy applies principles and methods from the field of clinical psychology to enhance the potential impact of the animal advocacy efforts of individuals and groups. This work is based on the premise that animal advocates are the change-makers and will help determine whether this movement succeeds or fails. Fortunately, there are tried and tested models and strategies that have been shown to help create true, internal, long-standing behavioral change for a range of problem behaviors that include unnecessary violence. Taft discusses these methods and illustrates how they can best be applied in preventing the needless harm inflicted upon animals.

Mothers love their babies, and cows love their calves. There is a unique and special bond that is shared between them. Discover what happened when a certain dairy farmer had children of her own in this powerful little picture book about a mother's love and food choices.

"With science now recognizing animal consciousness, intelligence, emotion and even morality, there must come an awareness of our own moral responsibilities towards other beings. But there's another reason to consider animals' well-being-because it is intertwined with our own.In Survival at Stake, leading animal rights activist Poorva Joshipura argues passionately that, evolutionarily, humans are far more like other animals than we care to believe. She examines how hunting wildlife leads to pandemics and epidemics, which, in turn, harm us; how the production of meat destroys forests and causes climate change, which, in turn, destroys us; how blood sports hurt both humans and animals; how leather production damages the environment and human health; how animal experimentation is often a threat to public health; how cruelty to animals leads to violent crimes; and so on.It is Joshipura's view that if we reject speciesism-the belief in human superiority-and accept that we are animals too, irrevocably interconnected to other species, from the largest elephant to the smallest bee, and a part of, rather than holding dominance over, nature, we can take the necessary steps towards the betterment of all the planet's inhabitants. "

They call me the trash cat. But my name is Fiona. That's what my family used to call me before they moved away. "She'll be fine," they said. "She's a cat, after all."Now I'm on my own. Fiona is an abandoned cat trying to survive and feed her kittens. Like so many other felines, she faces the dangers of life outdoors on her own: speeding cars, sickness, parasites, hunger, and cold. Will she beat the odds and find a better life for herself and her babies? Fiona Finds Love dispels the myth that cats can fend for themselves and ought to be outside. Cats deserve our love and care—and have so much of both to give back. The book is perfect for early readers from age 5 and up, and works great in the classroom and as part of humane education efforts, too.

The Happy Tale of Two Cats traces the lives of two felines who happen to live "in the very same town, on the very same street," but who share very different lives with their families. The happy cat has lots of playtime and daily interaction with her family. The unhappy cat spends most of her time alone often getting "yelled at for just being a cat." These comparisons give way to hope when the unhappy cat is rescued by a "kind lady" from the animal shelter who helps her find a new "family to love." The Happy Tale of Two Cats tells a simple story that makes it easy for children to understand what every cat needs to be healthy and happy in their home. Every cat deserves to be this happy.

A young foolish hen and her slightly older, wiser friend look for the perfect home

The perfect tool to help inspire compassion in our world’s youth.”—Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologistA hilarious picture book that poses the eternal question: To squish or not to squish? With a meaningful message about the importance of caring for creatures big and small, this is a perfect book for Earth Day and year round.What would you do if the ant you were about to step on looked up and started talking? Would you stop and listen? That’s what happens in this funny, thought-provoking book. First composed as a song by a father-daughter team, this suprising conversation between a tiny ant and a little girl is sure to inspire discussions about caring, kindness, and respect for both animals and humans.

"Hobbes Goes Home" is the story of Hobbes - a little brown dachshund - who is brought to the local animal shelter by his mommy to save him from an abusive home. The story is about Hobbes' experiences at the shelter - meeting a new friend, Tuxedo - a black and white kitty, being bullied by Moses, an orange tabby cat, all the while dreaming about his new mommy and forever home.Then one day, it happens! Hobbes meets a man who will change his life forever - the man with the bright, blue eyes who brings Hobbes his new mommy and forever home!

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“How the little fix saved her coat” is a children’s story about a little fox that went to town to meet the little children in the school playground to tell her story. She was met with love and affection, and the little children promised to protect her as well as all the other furry critters in the forest. It was the beginning of a long lasting friendship.

In a spare urban fable, Bob Graham brings us one small boy, one loving family, and one miraculous story of hope and healing."No one saw the bird fall."In a city full of hurried people, only young Will notices the bird lying hurt on the ground. With the help of his sympathetic mother, he gently wraps the injured bird and takes it home. In classic Bob Graham style, the beauty is in the details: the careful ministrations with an eyedropper, the bedroom filled with animal memorabilia, the saving of the single feather as a good-luck charm for the bird's return to the sky. Wistful and uplifting, here is a tale of possibility — and of the souls who never doubt its power.

The droll, offbeat tale of a pudge who escapes the pudge-eating world to find personal growth — and change his destinyHubert is a pudge, and pudges can never grow up. Instead, they are trucked off to the meat factory when they are still young and turned into TV dinners, microwave sausage links, and other greasy food products. But when Hubert manages to escape to the wild, he feasts on luscious grass, exotic orchids, and skunk cabbage. The more he eats, the bigger he grows, and soon Hubert is the biggest pudge since ancient times. He is giant! He is humongous! And he must fulfill his destiny. From the singular Henrik Drescher comes a quirky fable about the responsibilities that come from being larger than life.

This work tells the tale of a hunter who teaches his dog to retrieve the birds that he shoots. But from the first hunting trip, the dog cannot bear to retrieve the wounded birds and takes them to an island where they can heal. What will the hunter do when he finds out?

Kayla The Vegan is a Children’s book written to help youngsters a better understanding of compassion for animals is all about. Kayla encounters children in her new school that find her vegan lifestyle odd and unusual. But it is through Kayla they learn respect for all living beings and going vegan doesn’t mean giving up your favorite foods!

A spider has made her home among the green hills and valleys of a lettuce leaf. It is a perfect den, just the right size, with a dewdrops pool nearby that will catch moths on moonlit nights. How is the spider to know that the lady intends to eat that very lettuce for lunch one day?

Jayden Young has to get a job to pay for his college books and tuition . He gets a job at the popular fast food restaurant New Orleans Roasters and his life is changed forever. Jayden starts to realize the cruel reality of factory farming and how food deserts negatively impact low income communities. Follow Jayden on his journey as he goes from being a young working class student to a voice for the voiceless.

After inadvertently destroying his home, a well-meaning giant must learn the true value of the natural world.In the middle of a vast forest lives a giant who spends his days hurling and heaving, smashing and bashing. Over time, the animals flee as their homes vanish, the birdsong dwindles away to silence, and, finally, the forest itself disappears. Now the lonely giant misses the crackling warmth of a fire and the sweet songs of the yellow bird — but will he realize it’s up to him to restore what he loves? Sophie Ambrose debuts with a beautifully illustrated modern fable offering a poignant environmental twist.

This heartwarming true story of one lost cat's journey to be reunited with his refugee family gently introduces children to a difficult topic and shows how ordinary people can help with compassion and hope.When an Iraqi family is forced to flee their home, they can’t bear to leave their beloved cat, Kunkush, behind. So they carry him with them from Iraq to Greece, keeping their secret passenger hidden away.But during the crowded boat crossing to Greece, his carrier breaks and the frightened cat runs from the chaos, disappearing. After an unsuccessful search, his family has to continue their journey, leaving brokenhearted.A few days later, aid workers in Greece find the lost cat. Knowing how much his family has sacrificed already, they are desperate to reunite them. A worldwide community comes together to spread the word on the Internet and in the news media, and after several months the impossible happens—Kunkush’s family is found, and they finally get their happy ending in their new home.This remarkable true story is told by the real people involved, with the full cooperation of Kunkush’s family.“Bound to be a hit with cats and kids alike.” —People.com

From the bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG comes the story of a young girl with an incredible power!To the Gregg family, hunting is just plain fun. To the girl who lives next door, it's just plain horrible. She tries to be polite. She tries to talk them out of it, but the Greggs only laugh at her. Then one day the Greggs go too far, and the little girl turns her Magic Finger on them. When she's very, very angry, the little girl's Magic Finger takes over. She really can’t control it, and now it's turned the Greggs into birds! Before they know it, the Greggs are living in a nest, and that's just the beginning of their problems….

Dog lover and animal advocate Katherine Schwarzenegger draws from her own experience with fostering and adopting dogs to create a picture book that introduces children to the concept of "adopt, don't shop." In the heartwarming story of Maverick and Me, Maverick is rescued by a kind-hearted stranger after being dumped on the side of the road. The little puppy's luck takes a turn for the better when young Scarlett meets him at an adoption event. Scarlett is so moved by Maverick's story that she and her mother decide to give him the forever home he is looking for. Each year, millions of dogs find themselves in shelters and with animal rescues through no fault of their own. Maverick will help teach children about these dogs and empower even young readers to advocate for shelter pups.

Julia Barcalow's Mindfulness for Vegan Children teaches mindfulness through imagery and breathing techniques that incorporate the five senses. Written with vegan families in mind, the book delivers a message of kindness and compassion toward all beings and the planet we call home. The book's melodious rhythms, vivid visualizations, and breathing exercises bring readers to a state of peace. Paired with colorful and calming illustrations, Barcalow's calming words invite readers to free their minds and focus their attention on appreciating the natural world.

Everyone at Sunchoke Elementary now knows that Mitch Spinach is no ordinary kid. In this exciting field day adventure, Mitch Spinach receives a coded message on his futuristic watch asking him to report to the gym. After rescuing Becca out on the field, he is determined to help Principal Lycopene find the missing key to the trophy case. When solving the mystery seems impossible, what secret ingredients from his custom-made Nutripak lunchbox will he need? Will he find the key in time? Find out how Mitch Spinach fuels his remarkable sense of smell and boosts his brain power to take on this new challenge in Book 2 of the Mitch Spinach series.

My Mama's Milk highlights the mother and child breastfeeding relationship and explores how each mammal makes milk specifically for their babies.

Duke, a circus dwarf, takes Oregon, a circus bear, back home to Oregon

"A look at the incredible healing power of compassion." —KirkusJulia Denos lovingly illustrates a thoughtful, poetic text about protecting farm animals instead of exploiting them. Accessible to the youngest readers, this picture book gently celebrates compassion for all creatures. Perfect for fans of Becoming a Good Creature and Tiny, Perfect Things.Where do you feel safe and seen?When can you be yourself?What about the animals who share our planet?These questions are explored in this gentle celebration of what it means to care for and respect creatures of all kinds. Poetic text and gorgeous, joyful art show us how we can protect animals by honoring and advocating for their lives.Accessible to the youngest readers, Sanctuary invites us to open our hearts wide to create a more loving and more compassionate world—for all. A great conversation starter about how to move to a plant-based diet. Perfect for animal lovers. Joyful, gorgeous artwork of beloved farmyard animals. Includes thoughtful note from the author. Don’t miss other titles by Julia Denos such as Here and Now and Starcrossed.

This year, experience the holidays with a story of love, peace, and compassion! Meet Dana, a forthright and fun-loving reindeer who lives in the Arctic. On Christmas Eve, she meets Santa Claus, who has come looking for reindeer to pull his sleigh. Dana gently opens Santa's eyes to how we can be more kind to animals. Together they take off on a journey around the world, spreading far more than holiday cheer and giving far more than presents. By the time the sun rises on Christmas Day, things will never be the same!

Mitch Spinach seems to be an ordinary kid, but his classmates have begun to suspect something. The notes in his custom-made, temperature controlled Nutripak lunchbox appear to have been written in code. While other kids eat their usual chicken fingers and pepperoni pizza, Mitch Spinach mixes up his meal in a battery-powered blender before their curious and envious eyes. He is the smartest, nicest, strongest kid in Ms Radicchio s class, but he often misses recess when he is called to Principal Lycopene s office. The truth is that his high-powered fruit and vegetable smoothies give him special powers, such as super-sonic hearing and amazing night vision to tackle problems and solve mysteries at Sunchoke Elementary. American culture is ripe for a new healthy, cool role model for kids. Parents will catch the allusion to their old friend Popeye, and kids will be asking for an extra helping of fruits and vegetables. Plus, what kid doesn t like stories about super-hero kids? With national campaigns like Michele Obama s Let s Move program and Jamie Oliver s Food Revolution, The Secret Life of Mitch Spinach is as timely as it is innovative. Every family, library, and elementary school should stock its shelves with the first adventure in the series, in which Principal Lycopene calls on Mitch Spinach to investigate a mysterious happening in the janitor s closet. What happens next . . . you ll have to order a copy and find out!

With simple text and cartoon artwork, Balloon Toons are the the perfect way to engage and encourage new readers. Award-winning and up-and-coming cartoonists lend their inimitable and illustrative talents to entertaining stories kids will enjoy again and again. Super Crazy Cat Dance creator Aron Nels Steinke is back, and now he’s gone to the dogs! All aboard for the Super Duper Dog Park, an awesome amusement park where dogs ride bikes, fly kites, and have an unforgettable day!

Toro is the story of a bull calf and his miraculous escape from a factory dairy farm. Using kid-friendly imagery, the story informs and entertains readers of all ages about the short brutal lives these animals experience. Educating one child at a time changes the world.

Esther the Wonder Pig was an inspiration and an icon. In this adorable, love-filled picture book inspired by her two dads’ New York Times bestselling memoir, Esther teaches us that families come in all shapes and sizes.When Steve and Derek adopted a mini pig named Esther, they had no idea that she would turn out to be not-so-mini after all. Esther would soon grow too large for her bed, and their small apartment. She got into everything, including her neighbor's tasty garden. When her new family saw just how big and wonderful Esther really was, they fell in love—and their lives changed forever. The whole family moved from a small apartment to a big farm, where Esther and her animal friends could fit happily (and get into a little less mischief).Readers will love following Ester and her family on the journey that leads them to create the Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary, home to rescued animals of all kinds.

A joyous celebration of affection and friendship, told through beautifully observed moments between a little girl and her dog—now in a large board book I love . . . the way you always care, the way you're always there . . . That's the way I love you. A triumph of simplicity in words and pictures, it is impossible not to be moved by this story about a little girl with a big personality, and her long-suffering, much-loved dog.

We all Love is a book for tender-hearted kids who want to live a compassionate lifestyle. It explores the earliest stages of empathy where we learn to recognize the things we have in common. By finding our similarities, we can begin having conversations about empathy and how we can live compassionately through a vegan or plant-based lifestyle. As featured in the May 2018 issue of Raise Vegan Magazine.

We Are the Ocean helps children discover a personal connection to water. The author beautifully describes the importance of the ocean in sustaining life of all living plants and animals. Through the eyes of children with their doggie companions, the question of “what is the ocean?” is answered.Captivating illustrations and imagery show the continuous cycle of water on earth and teach young readers that water is in all the cells of plants and animals, and even in their own bodies. Readers will be surprised to find that their drinking water was "once in the bodies of dinosaurs!" When children learn that the ocean is part of them, they will hopefully learn to love and appreciate it, and take care of the ocean as they grow older.

Students gather in a school lunch room to talk about healthy eating and the importance of nutrition and health. They learn to be compassionate to farm animals as they come into contact with cows on their way to slaughter. Their teacher Mrs Nubia, helps them to understand a plant based diet.

'Where Does Dinner Come From?' is the first in a series of children's books that celebrate a plant based lifestyle. This series aims to encourage and inspire vegan and non vegan families to be mindful of where our food comes from. Recipes for the meal prepared in the book is included.

Although I have targeted a younger audience, this is a book for everyone who is touched by the beauty and the majesty of wild horses. It is a poetic fantasy about a herd of mustangs that is rescued by The Wild Reveler and their fight for survival as their habitat becomes more endangered. Wild horses are part of our history as a culture and part of our human experience. They are, therefore, part of who we are. Their presence gives us spiritual nourishment and a link to our past. Although not presently considered endangered, their lands are disappearing to the demands of civilization. We need to protect and honor them. Do they have a future here? Maybe not.

Bear Boy is a true coming-of-age story of two bears who inspire one boy to stand up for animals, question authority and discover the power of activism."This is a book that will encourage you to follow your dreams...I simply couldn't put it down." -Jane Goodall, UN Messenger of Peace"An empowering story of a young man who discovered his words count, his actions count, and he counts...Delightful in umpteen ways." -Ingrid Newkirk, president, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals"A truly empowering story of compassion, activism, and self-discovery." -Jasmin Singer, author of Always Too Much and Never EnoughJustin is a typical teenager, dodging school bullies and waging an endless war with his parents. But when he discovers Ursula and Brutus-two sibling black bears being kept in horrific conditions at a nearby zoo-his life begins to change. He finds a cause that ignites his passion and an animal sanctuary willing to take the bears. But there's a catch: he'll have to cover the quarter-million-dollar cost.Undaunted, Justin takes his seemingly insurmountable quest to an international audience, gaining media attention and support from celebrities. With television cameras rolling, Justin fights to free the bears, and it turns out himself.Justin Barker's surprising and moving YA memoir offers the optimism of the 1990s while exploring timely issues of activism, animal rights, and LGBTQ identity with tenderness, unblinking honesty, and heart.Additional Praise for Bear Boy:"In this compelling, honest, and moving story, Justin Barker proves that one kid can make a big difference. Old and young, rich and poor, black and white, LGBTQ and straight-we all have the power to change the lives of animals for the better."-Sy Montgomery, NYT bestselling author, The Soul of an Octopus"Justin sets an example for what a motivated young person can do to impact their community and the world. Written with honesty and humor, it's fun to tag along as Justin fights his long battle to save Brutus and Ursula. We need more stories like this." -Jamie Margolin, cofounder, Zero Hour; author, Youth to Power