The Elephant Scientist (Kno)

A 2012 Sibert Honor Book 

In the sprawling African scrub desert of Etosha National Park in Namibia, they call her \"the mother of all elephants.\" Holding binoculars closely to her eyes, American scientist Caitlin O’Connell could not believe what she was seeing from these African elephants: as the mighty matriarch scanned the horizon, the other elephants followed suit, stopped midstride, and stood as still as statues.

This observation would guide the scientist to a groundbreaking discovery about elephant communication: elephants actually listen with their limbs.

The Elephant Scientist was named a 2012 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book.

How can an animal listen with its feet?

• A Woman in Science: Meet Caitlin O’Connell, the brilliant and determined scientist who followed her curiosity from tiny insects to the giants of the African savanna.
• Groundbreaking Discovery: Learn the science behind seismic signals and how O'Connell proved that elephants "listen" to vibrations through the sensitive pads of their feet.
• STEM in the Wild: Go on a real-life scientific adventure to Etosha National Park, filled with field research, amazing technology, and incredible animal behavior.
• Stunning Photography: Journey to Africa through breathtaking, full-color photos that bring the science and the elephants to life on every page.
• Award-Winning Nonfiction: Perfect for young readers and aspiring scientists, this Sibert Honor Book makes complex science accessible and exciting.