2023 Gold Winner - Independent Book Publishers Association Benjamin Franklin Awards
This is the true story of Don the spunky baby tapir, who not only survived a rocky beginning to life but also learned to thrive. Don showed that with a confident, spirited attitude, anything is possible, including bringing hope to the future of endangered Baird's tapirs.
Don's heartwarming story, written by Georgeanne Irvine, comes pre-signed by the author, and is illustrated with engaging photographs. The book also includes a section featuring fun facts about all tapirs!
Raising Don, published by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Press, is part of its Hope and Inspiration Series.