A collection of stories about animals who became beloved and famous, including Balto the sled dog, who found his way through a blinding snowstorm, and Koko the gorilla, who learned sign language.
vii, 56 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 54-56)
Contents:
Balto, indomitable sled dog Punxsutawney Phil, the king of Groundhog Day The pacing white mustang, fastest horse in the West Smokey Bear, a national symbol Scannon, Lewis and Clark's resourceful mascot The three gray whales, persevering captives of the ice Sugar, cross-country traveler Blind Tom, working hero of the railroad Koko, smart signing gorilla The hemlock pair, a living national emblem
