Education Project

Owl Rescue Centre

Dedicated to the protection of owls and wildlife

Wildlife Conservation Education

Our mission is to educate communities and raise awareness about the important role owls and wildlife play in our natural habitat. By dispelling misconceptions, our goal is to foster a deep respect for all living creatures, no matter their size or species.

We aim to foster a greater sense of appreciation, respect, tolerance and empathy within society by emphasising our interdependence and connectedness with the natural world and its delicate balance.

Connecting Children and Nature

Throughout all our efforts in wildlife rescue and conservation, one issue that has stood out is the growing gap between children and our natural environment. It's crucial to teach kids about the beauty of nature and the impact humans have on our planet.

It is with this in mind that we invite all schools to join us in our efforts of planting the seed of environmental consciousness in young minds. Book a fun and informative wildlife talk or find out more about our wildlife books : info@owlrescuecentre.org.za

Our aim is to reach a wider audience of young, developing minds and raise awareness. To achieve this we need your help!

The Impact of Storytelling

The power of storytelling is immense in shaping our perceptions of the world in which
we live. Many children may never have the opportunity to encounter wild animals up
close. That's where storytelling comes in, offering a way for kids to embark on
imaginative journeys with wildlife, all through the pages of a book. These stories help
build connections and foster empathy towards conservation efforts, strengthening
compassion and kindness for wild creatures, big and small. Through books, we can also instill environmentally conscious values such as water preservation and keeping our environment clean and pollutant free for the creatures we share our world with.

Reading plays a crucial role in a child's development. It sets the foundation for learning basically everything. Plus, reading can be really fun! If we can get kids excited about books and stories early on, they'll have a superpower for life: being able to learn forever and ever.

And don't forget, introducing children to books about wildlife conservation helps foster a sense of environmental awareness in them.

Wild Adventures with Lazzy the Otter

Join Rebecca and her lovable otter friend Lazzy on a thrilling journey filled with adventures and a crucial dance competition! This children's novel (for ages 9 to 100) is inspired by a true story of helping a Cape Clawless Otter find his way back to the wild.

Purchasing this book directly contributes to the funding of wildlife rescue initiatives and conservation projects at Owl Rescue Centre.

You can find this book wherever books are sold, and it's also available for purchase from our online store.

Thank You!

A heartfelt thank you to St. Peters School for Boys, St Ursula's School & Dunvegan Primary School for recognizing the significance of promoting reading and environmental conservation to their students. Your support in purchasing copies of Wild Adventures of Lazzy the Otter for your school libraries is greatly appreciated.

Consider Wild Adventures with Lazzy the Otter or Return to the Wild for your list of suggested reading or prescribed books for students. Purchase 50 copies or more copies and we'll offer a complimentary wildlife talk and book signing at your school. We also offer discount for bulk orders. Participating schools will be listed on our website under a new section highlighting environmentally conscious institutions.

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