by Mark Greenwood (Author), Frane Lessac (Illustrator)
Two unlikely heroes rescue hundreds of men wounded in war in a poignant picture book based on a true tale of World War I.
When Jack Simpson was a boy in England, he loved leading donkeys along the beach for a penny a ride. So when he enlists as a stretcher bearer in World War I, his gentle way with those animals soon leads him to his calling. Braving bullets and bombs on the battlefields of Gallipoli, Jack brings a donkey to the aid of 300 Allied soldiers -- earning both man and donkey a beloved spot in legend. This engaging nonfiction tale includes a map and brief bios of key characters.
Back matter includes further information.
Author Biography
Mark Greenwood and Frané Lessac are a husband-and-wife team living in Australia. Mark Greenwood is an award-winning children's author. Frané Lessac, the author-illustrator of Island Counting 1 2 3, has illustrated numerous award-winning books.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.38 x 11.29 x 8.66 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 27, 2008
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Donkey of Gallipoli: A True Story of Courage in World War I
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.9
Point Value: 0.5
