This stunningly beautiful book for young readers would be a perfect present or teaching aid. WHO WILL ROAR IF I GO? is the question asked by the magnificent lion as he and other animals explain that they are in danger of going extinct.

The panda, zebra, rhino, snow leopard, are large and well known, but smaller creatures include the pangolin, red- crowned Amazon, giant salamander and blue Karner butterfly. Each animal species gets two pages of illustration and a short poem by Paige Jaeger describing its life and habits. Young readers will enjoy the sound of the poetry while admiring the fine detail of plants and animals. The vibrant colours are not garish or cartoony, in fact they catch the eye amid delicate strokes. The illustrator Carol Hill Quirk could inspire a new generation of artists.

I recommend this book for children up to ten, depending on the individual. Adults will probably give consideration to framing the artwork. WHO WILL ROAR IF I GO? should be an essential book for a junior classroom.