The Girl Who Lost a Leopard

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The Girl Who Lost a Leopard is a brisk adventure with a strong friendship at the heart of Selvi’s fight to protect Lokka. This is an engaging choice for children who enjoy wildlife stories. It does cover themes like poaching, so it's also a good book to read aloud and share together.

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What is The Girl Who Lost a Leopard about?

Selvi, a spirited girl from the island of Serendib, shares a unique bond with Lokka, a magnificent wild leopard. When ruthless poachers target Lokka for his rare coat, Selvi is determined to protect her friend. Enlisting the help of her classmates, she devises a daring plan to outwit the hunters and expose the mastermind behind the illegal trade. This thrilling adventure highlights themes of friendship, courage, and the fight against wildlife exploitation.

About the author

Nizrana Farook is a British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories for children. She is best known for her book 'The Girl Who Stole an Elephant', set in the jungles of Sri Lanka. Nizrana enjoys creating brave characters who go on amazing journeys, and she hopes her books inspire young readers to be curious and adventurous.

Discussion ideas around The Girl Who Lost a Leopard

A brave friendship: What makes Selvi and Lokka’s bond special, and how does Selvi show that she cares for him?

Learning to trust: Why does Selvi find it difficult to trust her classmates, and what helps her change her mind about working with them?

Wild animals and freedom: How are Selvi’s feelings about Lokka different from the poachers’ view of him, and which way of seeing the leopard do you find more convincing?

Standing up for what is right: Selvi and her classmates are young, but they still challenge powerful adults. What gives them the courage to act, and what can their example teach us?

Protecting endangered animals: What might happen if people continue hunting animals such as leopards, and what could communities do to protect them?