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Gr 4-8 Eight stories reveal the intelligent and emotional sides of captive gorillas, thus showing the "heart of the beast." Readers familiar with Koko and the attempts of her trainer, Penny Patterson, to teach her sign language; Dian Fossey; and Jane Goodall will find familiar entry points into the gorillas' life histories. Numerous sidebars, including range maps and a taxonomy chart, enhance the narratives. ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Here are eight stories of gorillas raised in captivity and what researchers have learned about their behaviors and emotional li...Log In or Sign Up to Read More