Meet Our Heroes

 
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AVERY

RED PANDA

Species: Red Panda (Ailurus flugens) 

Special Gift: Escape artist, heart of gold

Background: Avery has been taken from his home by poachers and struggles to reset his memory. His journey begins to find a way back to his family.

Wise Words: “We will always be listening.”

Favorite Food: Sweet bamboo

 
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MASA

SLOW LORIS

Species: Javan Slow Loris (Nycticebus javanicus)

Special Gift: Keen eyesight, toxic poacher bite

Background: A budding explorer from Java Island who is known for being the life of the party and never stops talking!

Masa Mantra’s: “Nectar!” “So rude!” “I’m not a pet!”

Favorite Food: Chocolate milk

 
 

Learn about the real Red Panda and Slow Loris species!

 
 
AVERY: THE AMAZING ESCAPE ARTISTRed Pandas are their own species. Often compared to raccoons and bears, but not related at all to Giant Pandas. These dudes spend most of their time in the trees!Status Critically Endangered ICUN RED LISTPopulation is…

AVERY: THE AMAZING ESCAPE ARTIST

Red Pandas are their own species. Often compared to raccoons and bears, but not related at all to Giant Pandas. These dudes spend most of their time in the trees!

Status Critically Endangered ICUN RED LIST

Population is less than 10,000

Scientific Name Ailurus fulgens

Length 2 feet

Habitats Temperate forests

MASA: ADORABLE AND FEISTYThe Slow Loris population is in sharp decline because of poaching for the exotic pet trade. Remaining populations have low densities and habitat loss is a major threat.Status Critically Endangered ICUN RED LISTPopulation is …

MASA: ADORABLE AND FEISTY

The Slow Loris population is in sharp decline because of poaching for the exotic pet trade. Remaining populations have low densities and habitat loss is a major threat.

Status Critically Endangered ICUN RED LIST

Population is severely fragmented

Scientific Name Nycticebus javanicus

Length 11.5 in head-body length

Habitats Tree dwellers

 

Protectors of the Endangered 501 (C) 3

Our mission is to improve Children’s Literacy while inspiring young learners to protect each other and our planet.

 
 
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educate

Our Chapter Book Series is designed to engage and support high interest reading. (ages 6-8, level 4.2) The first three stories highlight the locations of Java Island, Australia and Hawaii.

entertain

Introducing the first original song, featuring Broadway star Kara Lindsay. Change the Tide is inspired by the Avery and Masa book series. Listen to the song, read the adventures, be a Protector!

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protect

Our vision is to create a youth based platform to encourage kids to become Protectors of the Endangered. Join the adventure and help protect habitats, endangered animals and ecosystems.

WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING ABOUT AVERY AND MASA?

“in a world where teamwork and compromise seem scarce at times these buddies are a great reminder of what can happen when we put aside our differences and work towards a common goal.”

catherine mckenzie, Executive producer, abc news

The mission behind the work in the book translated into learning for students. My 3rd graders had the highest proficiency rate in the school and that's never really happened before.

-Shanna Rae, Principal at University Park Creative Arts Academy

"Learners were so excited to go to book club each week! Every Tuesday, they would always remind me about Protectors Book Club. The relationship with Mr. Mike was unmatched! Also, learners data showed they benefitted from this group! Almost all learners who attended showed amazing growth based on MAPS and/ passed the EOG."

- Kayla Yacobi, 3rd Grade Teacher at Windsor Park Elementary

“what i love about this series is the message about protecting our animals and species as a whole. this series humanizes how animals feel when they’re threatened by us humans. love it! thank you @averyandmasa for awesome writing and bringing this love of reading to my kiddo.”

michelle ganson, parent, north carolina

 

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