Dame Jane Morris Goodall is a preeminent British primatologist and ethologist, celebrated for her groundbreaking research on chimpanzee behavior. Her extensive, decades-long study in Tanzania's Gombe Stream National Park revolutionized our understanding of chimpanzee social structures and family dynamics. Beyond her scientific contributions, Goodall is a passionate advocate for conservation and animal welfare, founding the Jane Goodall Institute to further these critical causes. Her legacy inspires global efforts in environmental protection and the ethical treatment of animals.
Jane Goodall's early journey from a passionate schoolgirl to a groundbreaking scientist unfolds through her letters and commentary in this compelling self-portrait. The narrative highlights her transformative experience at Gombe, where she conducted revolutionary studies on chimpanzees, immersing herself in their lives like never before. This book offers a vivid glimpse into Goodall's remarkable character and the pivotal moments that shaped her into one of the twentieth century's most influential scientists, blending drama, humor, and significance throughout.
Exploring the deep connection between indigenous peoples and nature, the book chronicles a journey across diverse regions, including New Guinea, Tibet, Africa, and the Amazon. Through poignant dual-tone photography, it captures the essence of Africa, revealing its beauty and the threats posed by human activity and climate change. Accompanied by an engaging essay and tribal narratives, it honors both the indigenous cultures and the majestic wildlife that coexist with them, offering a rich perspective that blends Western and African viewpoints.
Life Vision helps students gain the language and skills they need to work out where they want to go next, and how exam success will help them take advantage of the global opportunities that proficiency in English brings.
Life Vision helps students gain the language and skills they need to work out where they want to go next, and how exam success will help them take advantage of the global opportunities that proficiency in English brings.The best of both worlds - with the Student Book with Digital Pack, learners can easily switch between a print or digital Student Book and access the complete course-In digital format. Ideal for students who need flexible tools to learn face to-face, remotely, or both.Life Vision includes an Assessment for Learning approach in the teaching notes, workbook review lessons and tests to enable teachers to give-Informal assessment and effective feedback, and to help learners to analyse and accelerate their progress.Professional Development support helps you get started with Life Vision. Watch video tutorials to set up your course, access focus and position papers for expert advice and bite sized guidance on key issues and take short professional development modules for an introduction to key methodologies foryour course.All your digital course materials and resources are accessed via the Oxford English Hub - a launchpad for learning: www.oxfordenglishhub.com.
The book features 120 compelling visual narratives centered on environmentalism, showcasing the contributions and perspectives of influential figures, charities, activists, and artists. Each story highlights unique insights and initiatives aimed at raising awareness and promoting action for the planet, making it a rich source of inspiration for anyone passionate about environmental issues.
Planet-friendly recipes inspired by noted preservationist Jane Goodall provide readers with an individualistic call-to-action to improve human and environmental health. “Every day, slowly but surely, we the people are helping to change the world.” For the health of humankind, the environment, and the animals that inhabit it, the Jane Goodall Institute presents a collection of recipes to illustrate the how and why of vegan eating. Crafted especially for curious consumers looking to incorporate healthier dietary practices, those interested in environmental sustainability, and for fans of Jane Goodall’s work, this collection of 80 recipes gives home cooks the tools they need to take charge of their diet and take advantage of their own community’s local, seasonal bounty. Along with colorful food photography, quotes from Jane Goodall interspersed throughout transform this vegan staple into an inspiring guide to reclaiming our broken food system: for the environment, for the animals, and for ourselves. Whether you’re interested in reducing your family’s reliance on meat or in transitioning to a wholly vegetarian or vegan diet, this book has the information and inspiration you need to make meaningful mealtime choices. Dr. Jane Goodall, a longtime vegetarian and a passionate advocate for animals, invites us to commit to a simple promise with her campaign #IEatMeatLess.
From legendary naturalist Jane Goodall, an absorbing fictional tale that will steal hearts and open minds about the plight of the pangolin, the only mammalian species with scales, and endangered by illegal trafficking.After a blissful babyhood being cared for by her loving mother, Pangolina ventures out alone into the forest to become an independent adult, helped along by wise, older animal companions, including a civet and a bat. But one day cruel hunters trap Pangolina, putting her into a cage along with her friends, and bring them to a market to be sold as wild game. Pangolina is especially vulnerable, since her scales are prized by humans who believe they have curative powers. To the rescue comes a small girl who knows that pangolins are friendly fellow creatures who have feelings too, and who convinces her mother to buy Pangolina and set her free. Jane Goodall's many followers and all animal-loving children and adult picture book fans will be riveted by this suspenseful and heartwarming fictional story set in China and including an authoritative informational page about pangolins and suggestions for how to help fight animal trafficking.
A legendary conservationist. A lifetime spent fighting for nature. An indispensable message of hope. The world-renowned naturalist and conservationist Jane Goodall has spent more than half a century advocating on behalf of our planet. From her famous encounters with chimpanzees in the forests of Gombe as a young woman to her tireless campaigning for the environment in her late eighties, Jane has become the godmother to a new generation committed to a better, more hopeful world. In The Book of Hope, Jane draws on the wisdom of a lifetime dedicated to nature to teach us how to find strength in trying times, and explains why she still has hope for the natural world and for humanity. In extraordinary conversations with her co-author, Douglas Abrams, that weave together stories from her travels and activism, she offers readers a new understanding of the crisis we face and a compelling path forward for us all to create hope in our own lives and in the world. The world needs a manifesto of hope now more than ever. This profound book from one of the world's most beloved figures shows that even in the face of great adversity, we can find hope in human nature, and in nature itself
Set against the backdrop of the Central African rain forests, the story follows Rickie, a chimpanzee who is captured by hunters and sold at a market. Her life takes a turn for the better when a compassionate man rescues her, offering care and companionship through his dog, Henri. This true account, narrated by Dr. Jane Goodall, highlights the themes of friendship and resilience in the face of adversity, showcasing the bond between humans and animals.
The narrative conveys a universal message that emphasizes hope and serenity, highlighting the interconnectedness of all Earth's inhabitants. It explores themes of unity and peace, encouraging readers to embrace a sense of community and understanding across diverse cultures and backgrounds. Through its uplifting tone, the book inspires a collective journey towards harmony, reminding us of the shared experiences that bind humanity together.
