New picture book follows invasive snake species in Guam
(PRWEB) July 06, 2015 -- PORDENONE, Italy – Separated from her grandson by the Atlantic Ocean, author Elizabeth Ribetti bridges the distance with her stories, poems and treasure hunts, as she has learned that anything can be woven into an educational story. A Washington Post article about invasive brown tree snakes in Guam inspired her to create the story of “Game Over for Capo and Friends” (published by Xlibris UK).
Capo and his fellow friends are brown tree snakes in search of adventure. After a risky and scary voyage as stowaways on a ship, good fortune delivers them to the Island of Guam. The abundance of prey and lack of predators allow the snakes to grow in strength and to multiply rapidly, but the delicate balance of nature is suddenly interrupted due to their presence. Twelve native bird species become extinct and the residents live in constant fear. Based on a true event, “Game Over for Capo and Friends” entertains as it reveals what can happen when natural habitats take an unnatural turn of events.
“Game Over for Capo and Friends” is a vibrantly illustrated, fun-filled and educational picture book that teaches young readers about the dangers of invasive species, the delicate balance of the ecosystem and how nature’s order is a precious treasure that must be safeguarded and preserved.
“Game Over for Capo and Friends”
By Elizabeth Ribetti
Hardcover | 8.5 x 11 in | 30 pages | ISBN 9781499090192
Softcover | 8.5 x 11 in | 30 pages | ISBN 9781499090208
E-Book | 30 pages | ISBN 9781499090215
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the Author
Elizabeth Ribetti has discovered a true passion for converting her feelings and memories into personal stories created for her grandson. Recorded treasures of moments shared together had truly enriched their relationship. In time, she discovered that any event can be woven into a tale. An article about the brown tree snakes published in the Washington Post stimulated her curiosity. Further reading and use of material taken from Wikipedia enabled her to deliver another real-life experience to an even greater audience.
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