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The Peregrine Falcon - Endangered No More
By Mac Priebe        ISBN 0-9669551-9-6

"Best Science Books for Children" selection  -
Science Books and Films, The American Association for the Advancement of Science

"2001 selection - The ASPCA Humane Education Department annotated bibliography

"Highly Recommended"
Science Books and Films, The American Association for the Advancement of Science

"I love the photographs ! .... this fact filled book is enjoyable for grownups and children alike. "  Scott Wright, Cleveland Peregrine Falcon Watch

"While there are other books on peregrines, and on endangered species in general, this appears to be a "first" showing that an empowered citizenry and government can change the course of a biological and environmental decline .. I commend the author for maintaining such a balanced presentation." Appraisal Science Books for Young People

"This book presents an excellent model of conservation that youngsters will truly enjoy and learn from."   Parent Council

"...children will enjoy the list of conservation and falcon-related websites."
School Library Journal

! ! ! VERY GOOD          Today's Books

"I greatly appreciate your interest in maintaining high standards and accuracy.....
It is an excellent production, and I will have no hesitation in recommending it."
Lloyd Kiff, Science Director, World Center for Birds of Prey

"An excellent book about a wildlife success story told from a positive point of view "
Christine Tarski,  Birding Guide, About.com

"The series of photographs that show the weekly development of a young chick
from egg to 5 weeks old are fascinating."  Children's Literature Review

" .the story of a tremendous rescue effort and those who participated in the successful
preservation of an endangered species. "    The Children's Bookwatch

"The Peregrine Falcon is targeted at 7-11 year olds, but many of the concepts it discusses and the beautiful photographs it contains would be of interest to any birder."          
  A Birds-Eye View, The American Birding Association

"An informative and thorough treatmentThe graphs, photos, bold lettering for vocabulary, glossary,  websites, and "Falcon Facts" make this an excellent research source."
Children's Book Review Service