{"title":"Catherine Thimmesh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our captivating collection of books by the acclaimed author, Catherine Thimmesh, whose works are renowned for enchanting young readers and inspiring their curious minds. Catherine Thimmesh specialises in children's books that combine her passion for storytelling with a commitment to educational content, making her a beloved figure in the world of children's literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works is \u003cem\u003eCamp Panda: Helping Cubs Return to the Wild\u003c\/em\u003e, an insightful book that offers young readers a glimpse into the world of conservation and the efforts to protect wildlife. Thimmesh’s narrative skills enable her to weave factual information with engaging stories, capturing the imagination of children while educating them about important environmental themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a penchant for meticulously researched content, complemented by captivating illustrations, Thimmesh's books invite young readers to explore the wonders of the natural world. Her storytelling not only entertains but also empowers children to think critically about their relationship with the environment and inspires them to consider their role in preserving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating stories crafted by Catherine Thimmesh and let your children's imaginations soar while they learn about the world around them. Her books are perfect for budding environmentalists and curious minds eager to understand more about the planet and its inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"camp-panda-by-catherine-thimmesh-9780358732891","title":"Camp Panda","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert F. Sibert Honor Award winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Complementing Thimmesh's thoughtful, engagingly written text are many arrestingly adorable colour photographs of pandas in training and in the wild. A timely, uplifting story.\" —\u003cem\u003eKirkus\u003c\/em\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Sibert medal–winning author of \u003cem\u003eTeam Moon\u003c\/em\u003e and the bestselling \u003cem\u003eGirls Think of Everything\u003c\/em\u003e comes a riveting, timely account of panda conservation efforts in China, perfect for budding environmentalists and activists.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoughly a thousand years ago, an estimated 23,000 pandas roamed wild and free through their native China. But within the past forty years, more than fifty percent of the panda’s already shrinking habitat has been destroyed by humans, leaving the beautiful and beloved giant panda vulnerable to extinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the seemingly insurmountable odds—poaching, habitat destruction, pollution, human overpopulation, and global climate change—the panda is making a comeback. How? By humans teaching baby pandas how to be wild and stay wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChicago Public Library Best of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Best Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJunior Library Guild Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678682665196,"sku":"9780358732891","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19525063482315.jpg?v=1753083895"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/catherine-thimmesh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}