Southern white rhinos are in trouble. For years, a rumor has been spreading that their horns can be used to cure cancer, and poachers have been targeting these gentle creatures. Sandra Markle takes readers behind the scenes to see how civilians, volunteer organizations, and African governments are working together to protect rhinos.
Content provided by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.
Terms of Use
Trouble! -- Once extinct -- Miracle -- Too valuable -- Nosing into trouble -- Making the horns worthless -- Helping the survivors -- Patrolling and relocating -- Guarding the present.
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index. For age(s): Age 9-12. For grade(s): Grade 4 to 6. Reading program: Accelerated Reader AR -- Interest level: MG -- Reading level: 6.6 -- Title points: 1 -- 195123.
