34 pages 1 hour read

Sy Montgomery

Temple Grandin

Nonfiction | Biography | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

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Sy Montgomery's Temple Grandin is praised for its compelling portrayal of Grandin's life and contributions to animal science, offering insightful perspectives on autism and animal behavior. However, some critics feel the narrative occasionally lacks depth in exploring complex scientific concepts. Overall, it's a well-written, informative biography suitable for a wide audience.

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Who Should Read Temple Grandin?

Readers who enjoy Temple Grandin by Sy Montgomery are typically fascinated by psychology, animal behavior, and inspirational biographies. Fans of Thinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon will appreciate the insightful exploration of autism and its impact on human-animal relationships.

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Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

960L

Book Details

Topics
Disability
Animals
Agriculture
Genre
Inspirational
Children's Literature
Biography
Themes
Identity: Disability
Natural World: Animals
Values/Ideas: Equality