
Selected by the Children's Book Council

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A FAMILY FOR ZOYA tells the true story of a tiger cub born at the Philadelphia Zoo. When Zoya's mother rejects the newborn, the zoo responds with a bold plan to give the cub a second chance at family. This beautifully illustrated story introduces young readers to courage, connection, and the importance of conservation.

About Debra
I write books for kids that inspire a sense of wonder about nature
Debra Kim Wolf is an author, land conservation attorney, award-winning songwriter, and tree hugger. She started the Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival and was vice president of Philadelphia's Fairmount Park Commission for over a decade. She recently founded One Little Earth, a nonprofit that supports programs and books to inspire young nature lovers. Debra also is an editor for The Little Press and serves as a judge for the Green Earth book awards. The mother of two grown children, she lives in the Philadelphia area with her husband and feisty cockapoo. Debra is donating 100% of her proceeds from A Family for Zoya to the AZA's Tiger Conservation Campaign. ​


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