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Through various resources and educational materials, AWI equips learners of all types to improve the lives of animals. Through education, we aim to foster an understanding of the positive impact that compassionate attitudes and behaviors can have on animals, the environment, and ourselves.

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AWI provides free, downloadable books, reports, lesson plans, and brochures on a variety of animal welfare issues. Many of our materials are also available printed and are provided free to those who can put them directly to use helping animals, and at cost for all others. Libraries, teachers, and research facilities may obtain one free copy of all publications. Place your order online through the order form or by calling us at (202) 337-2332.

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Book cover of A Dangerous Life

A Dangerous Life

Book Published 2014
A graphic novel, aimed at middle school-aged readers, about an American teen’s trip to Africa and her discovery of the terrible price elephants pay because of the global ivory trade; written and illustrated by Sheila Hamanaka (published by AWI and...
Book cover of A Dangerous Life Chinese Version

危险的生活

Book Published 2014
这是一部面向中学生读者的图像小说,讲述了一位美国少女前往非洲旅行,并发现全球象牙贸易给大象带来的惨痛代价的故事;由希拉·哈马纳卡(Sheila Hamanaka)创作并绘制插图(由AWI和肯尼亚野生动物管理局于2014年出版),共56页。
Book cover of The Boy Who Loved All Living Things

The Boy Who Loved All Living Things

Book Published 2011
Story to inspire young children to treat animals as friends and with utmost compassion, inspired by real events from Dr. Albert Schweitzer’s youth; written and illustrated by Sheila Hamanaka.
Book cover of Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night

Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night

Book Published 2010
Children’s book about the misadventures of a cat who gets lost and yearns to be home; reinforces kindness and responsible cat care; written and illustrated by Sheila Hamanaka. Recommended age K–2.
Book cover of Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night

La Terrible Noche de la Gata Kamie

Book Published 2010
Libro infantil sobre las desventuras de un gato que se pierde y anhela volver a casa; refuerza la bondad y el cuidado responsable de los gatos; escrito e ilustrado por Sheila Hamanaka. Edad recomendada: K-2.
Cover of Pablo and Kamie's Companion Board Game

Pablo and Kamie’s Companion Board Game

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
Download and play the companion board game inspired by the Pable Puppy and Kammie Cat books.
Book cover of Pablo Puppy’s Search for the Perfect Person

Pablo Puppy’s Search for the Perfect Person

Book Published 2008
Story of a puppy and an older dog living in a shelter, to educate children about the needs of dogs and the value of humane treatment toward animals; written and illustrated by Sheila Hamanaka. Recommended age K–2.
Book cover of Pablo Puppy’s Search for the Perfect Person - Spanish

El Cachorro Pablo en Busca de la Persona Perfecta

Book Published 2008
Historia de un cachorro y un perro mayor que viven en un refugio, para educar a los niños sobre las necesidades de los perros y el valor del trato humano hacia los animales. Escrito e ilustrado por Sheila Hamanaka. Edad...
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