From an opening that establishes all earthlings' mutual connection,
Roth follows with evidence of humanlike behavior among animals.
Turkeys dance and grieve together; they blush and fly to the
treetops when the moon comes out. In factory farms they have no
freedom and are made too fat to fly. Fish, cattle, ducks, geese,
chickens and pheasants are all similarly mistreated. Carnivorous
diets for humans are destroying the rainforests and killing
endangered species. This tract spends most of its time supporting
the idea that animals are very like people and too cute to eat. The
unsubtle illustrations feature black-bead - eyed animals that are
adorable in the wild but terrified and dirty on the farms.
Environmental impact gets a mention, but health concerns (for
humans) get no ink at all. Also, the suggestion that pets can
survive on a vegetarian diet can kill those that are carnivores in
the wild. Children young enough for this are in no position to make
dietary choices for themselves; it will work best for children in
already vegan or vegetarian households. (Informational picture
book. 6-10)<\i> (Kirkus Reviews)
Targeted to early readers ages six to ten, Ruby Roth's nonfiction
book presents a showcase of brilliant illustrations featuring
animals both in their natural, fulfilling setting and then in
cramped, factory-farm misery, to carry the clear, firm message of
veganism's virtue. Pigs, turkeys, cows, and even quails, dolphins,
and turtles take the stage to exhibit with unflinching candour the
conditions animals face on factory farms. While the message is
sobering and serious, animals are also shown in their natural state
rooting around, bonding, nuzzling, cuddling, grooming one another,
and generally charming each other with their family instincts and
colourful rituals. "That's Why We Don't Eat Animals" makes the case
sensitively for both vegetarianism and veganism with gorgeous
artwork and a clear, firm stance about the needs of animals and the
peril to the greater environment. A separate section entitled What
Else Can We Do? suggests ways children can learn more about the
vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, such as: 'Celebrate Thanksgiving
with a vegan feast' or 'buy clothes, shoes, belts, and bags that
are not made from leather or other animal skins or fur'. This
compassionate, educational, and engaging work is a key resource for
parents and children looking to learn more about veganism and
vegetarianism.
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