In the twenty-first century, because of climate change and other human activities, many animal species have become extinct, and many others are at risk of extinction. Once they are gone, we cannot bring them back--or can we?

With techniques such as cloning, scientists want to reverse extinction and return lost species to the wild. Some scientists want to create clones of recently extinct animals, while others want to make new hybrid animals.

Many people are opposed to de-extinction. Some critics say that the work diverts attention from efforts to save species that are endangered. Others say that de-extinction amounts to scientists "playing God." Explore the pros and cons of de-extinction and the cutting-edge science that makes it possible.

Author: Rebecca E. Hirsch
Binding Type: Library Binding
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books (Tm)
Published: 01/01/2017
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781467794909
Audience: Young Adult

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 8.2
Point Value: 4
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 188524 / De-Extinction: The Science of Bringing Lost Species Back to Life


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2017
Booklist 02/01/2017 pg. 32
School Library Journal 02/01/2017 pg. 122
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2017 pg. 179 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Hirsch, Rebecca E.: - Rebecca E. Hirsch, PhD, is the author of numerous books about science, nature, and geography for children. She lives with her husband and three children in State College, Pennsylvania. You can visit her online at rebeccahirsch.com.