About This Book

A delightfully illustrated introduction to some of the most fascinating and admirable animals we've ever known!Everyone knows about President Obama's first dog Bo, but would you believe President Adams had a pet alligator that he kept in the White House? Tales of Famous Animals won't just cover presidential pets; young readers will also learn about heroic animals like Balto the sled dog and unique animals like Koko the gorilla. With awesome full-color illustrations throughout, this book is sure to melt the hearts of animal lovers everywhere!

About the Authors or Illustrators

Peter Roop

In collaboration with his wife, Connie, Peter Roop has written everything from fiction to joke books to science to biographies. Both alone and in collaboration, Roop has authored 50 books, seven of which have been Reading Rainbow selections.

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