Jane Goodall is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. As a young girl, Jane Goodall (1934- ) dreamed of going to Africa to live with animals. Her dream came true and she spent over 25 years studying chimpanzees in the Gombe game reserve. Today, Jane Goodall is the world's foremost authority on chimpanzees. She has made a significant impact on how zoos and laboratories treat animals. Lexile level: 400L

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