Why read The Lion Who Stole My Arm (Heroes of the Wild)?

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A child, a wild animal - and a life-changing encounter. An exciting new range of books in which children find solutions to problems through conservation rather than killing.

On his way home from a fishing trip Pedru is attacked by a lion who takes his arm. As Pedru gradually adapts…

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1 author picked The Lion Who Stole My Arm (Heroes of the Wild) as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Janelle Diller

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I know, the title sounds like a downer, especially for kids, but the book is full of new learning, acceptance, and even dealing with revenge. I loved it. And since the title already gives away the scary moment, your young reader doesn’t have to feel nervous.

The story, which takes place in Africa, is simple and powerful and even though the moment of loss is alarming and sad, the story doesn’t slide into sentimentality. In the end, Pedru, the main character, is able to put away his need for revenge and ultimately embrace lion conservation. The book transported me to…

From Janelle's list on with diverse and spunky characters.