This is the story of the famous Lonesome George, a giant tortoise who was the last of his species, lived to be one hundred years old, and became known as the rarest creature in the world. His story gives us a glimpse of the amazing creatures inhabiting the ever-fascinating Gal pagos Islands.

Renowned naturalist and bestselling author of the Newbery Medal-winning Julie of the Wolves and the critically acclaimed Everglades Jean Craighead George once again introduces children to the wonders of the natural world in this incredible evolution story set in the Gal pagos Islands. The back matter features key terms, a timeline, and further resources for research.

Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Author: Jean Craighead George
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 04/08/2014
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 10.27h x 10.30w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9780060287931
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 172043 / Galapagos George


Award: 2015 Cook Prize Winner - Picture Book


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 01/01/2014 pg. 92
Publishers Weekly 02/03/2014
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2014
School Library Journal 03/01/2014 pg. 172
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2014 pg. 141
Shelf Awareness 04/15/2014
PW Children's Starred Reviews 12/01/2014 pg. 24
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
George, Jean Craighead: -

Jean Craighead George wrote over one hundred books for children and young adults. Her novel Julie of the Wolves won the Newbery Medal in 1973, and she received a 1960 Newbery Honor for My Side of the Mountain. Born into a family of famous naturalists, Jean spent her entire career writing books that celebrated the natural world.

Minor, Wendell: -

Wendell Minor is nationally known for the artwork he has created for over sixty award-winning children's books. His many collaborators include Jean Craighead George, Robert Burleigh, Buzz Aldrin, Tony Johnston, Nikki Grimes, Mary Higgins Clark, and, last but not least, his wife, Florence. He is also the author and illustrator of My Farm Friends.