Gorilla's Story — Harriet Blackford

This gentle, beautifully told story follows a young gorilla from birth, as he peers out from Mama's comforting arms, to maturity -- when he's ready to look after and protect his own group of females. Along the way, danger lurks as he learns to live in the African jungle, facing such threats as a hungry leopard and a big, older silverback. With its stunning paintings and simple, engaging text, Gorilla's Story is a winning, must-have entry in the popular series. An author's note at the end explains why these intelligent apes are now endangered and encourages young conservationists to become involved.