The Puffin Patrol by Dawn Baker

When two young friends  decide to roam the dark streets in Witless Bay, Newfoundland one August evening they embark upon a rescue mission like no other. Susan and Ryan, together with Ryan's big sister,  volunteer their time with The Puffin Patrol to locate stranded pufflings that become disoriented and lost while making their first flight attempts. As these budding conservationists search roadways and backyards capturing the fledgling seabirds and releasing them back into their natural habitat they discover the ensuing pride and satisfaction in knowing that their efforts support the survival of these iconic Newfoundland birds. 

The Puffin Patrol is a children's picture book most suitable for readers up to age 10. Fictional in nature, Dawn Baker has based story events on the real life work of Juergen and Elfie Schau and their Puffin and Petrel Patrol organization founded in 2004. Baker does a superb job in combining the elements of the story while at the same time weaving tidbits of factual information throughout the plot. The simplistic presentation of both language and colorful illustrations will captivate an innately curious audience and makes the plight of these young auks both comprehendable, believable and worthy of saving. Promoting  stewardship within our very youngest citizens, The Puffin Patrol will inspire children and adults alike to become citizen scientists in their own community. 

The Puffin Patrol is a great family read! It supports inquiry based exploration and encourages young audiences to ask questions and seek answers through actionable efforts.  The "Did you know?" and "How can you help?" sections at the end of the book certainly encourages readers to think of ways that they can help vulnerable creatures in their own backyard.  The Puffin Patrol is a Flanker Press Publication.  

Dawn Baker has written and illustrated several other books including the ones you will find HERE!