Born Into The Pack/Nacer en la manada is a wonderful addition to
what will become a series of Southwest nature books for young children
by María Luisa Retana. Unlike adults who worry about the politics
and effects caused by the reintroduction of species, children will
enjoy learning about the Mexican gray wolves' life and natural instincts.
The non-fiction, bilingual book shows in beautiful pen and black ink
drawings by Marian Weaver how a pack of young wolves lives and learns.
From building a den, nursing the young pups, to finally fend for themselves.
The book is filled with solid information and portrays the pups as curious,
playful, and smart. Also, the text has questions built into the story
line to engage the reader throughout. Be sure to include this book as a part
of your classroom or library collection for science or nature! Margarita González-Jensen, Ed.D
Associate Professor, School of Education
Arizona State University, West Campus
-and book reviewer forMulticultural Review Written by María Luisa Retana
Translated by Guillermo Retana
Illustrated by Marian Weaver
81/2 X 11 inches, 32 pages.
Soft cover, color cover
with pen and black ink illustrations
Ages 5-10
ISBN 0-9652920-4-5
Price $7.95
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