2023 Gold Winner - Independent Book Publishers Association Benjamin Franklin Awards

This is the true story of Don the spunky baby tapir, who not only survived a rocky beginning to life but also learned to thrive. Don showed that with a confident, spirited attitude, anything is possible, including bringing hope to the future of endangered Baird's tapirs.

Don's heartwarming story, written by Georgeanne Irvine, is illustrated with engaging photographs. The book also includes a section featuring fun facts about all tapirs!

Raising Don, published by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Press, is part of its Hope and Inspiration Series.

See our other Stories of Hope and Inspiration!