Ottaviani, Jim and Illustrated by Maris
Wicks Primate: The fearless science of
Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birute Galdikas 144 pgs. First Second, 2013. $15.17.
Content: Language: G (0 swears); Mature Content: PG13; Violence: G.
This graphic
novel provides a snapshot of the lives of three famous female primatologists: Jane
Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté Galdikas. All brought into the field by Louis
Leakey, each had their own journey and accomplishments. We see their start in
primatology, along with fun personal information, and a bit about how the three
of them interacted.
I have always
been really fascinated by Jane Goodall, but I found this book to be a bit on
the boring side. This was because the characters looked very similar and the
colors palate is limited so the whole thing just blurred together. I don’t
think the book as valuable as a research biography since each profile is fairly
short and undetailed. As for entertainment, or inspiration, I think students
would not be that interested –the scenes lack the action and unique viewpoints
that graphic novels can offer.
MS, HS – OPTIONAL
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian & Author.
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