{"product_id":"9780399557279","title":"Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles","description":"\u003cb\u003eFor fans of \u003ci\u003eAda Twist: Scientist\u003c\/i\u003e comes a fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist--who loved reptiles!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBack in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithery and scaly ones, who turned over teacups and crawled past the crumpets....\u003c\/i\u003e While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere--she even brought a crocodile to school!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children's tea parties--with her komodo dragon as the guest of honor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a lively text and vibrant illustrations, scientist and writer Patricia Valdez and illustrator Felicita Sala bring to life Joan Procter's inspiring story of passion and determination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year selection\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Random House Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46513461068017,"sku":"9780399557279","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/5433\/7265\/files\/9780399557279_p0.jpg?v=1765440272","url":"https:\/\/shop.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780399557279","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble","version":"1.0","type":"link"}