About This Book
Helen Cowcher's 'Jaguar' tells the story of a Venezuelan cowboy who sets out to hunt a jaguar, a predator to his cattle. However, his encounter with the animal leads to a change of heart, highlighting the complex relationship between humans and wildlife. The book seamlessly weaves a narrative with factual information about jaguars, their habitat, and the challenges they face as an endangered species. It's a thoughtful read for children aged 4-11, encouraging empathy, environmental awareness, and a deeper understanding of conservation.
Intending to protect his cattle, a Venezuelan cowboy tracks a jaguar, but is unable to kill it. Presents information about the jaguar, its habitat, and the relationship between it and humans.
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Discussion Prompts
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Why do you think the cowboy changed his mind about killing the jaguar?
2
What did you learn about jaguars from this book? What makes them special?
3
How do humans and animals share the same world? What responsibilities do we have?
4
What does it mean for an animal to be 'endangered'? What can we do to help?
5
If you were the cowboy, what would you do to protect your cattle without harming the jaguar?
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