Sled Dog Superstars
This deadly disease was spreading in Nome, Alaska in 1925.
Diphtheria
Carrier pigeons were trained to deliver this.
Messages
Dolphins live in small groups called this.
Pods
Camels store this in their humps.
Fat
What was the name of the heroic cat?
Tara
Sled dogs delivered this important item to save lives.
Medicine
During which two wars were carrier pigeons used?
World War I and World War II
What does it mean to be altruistic?
Helping others even when there is no benefit to yourself.
Which army used camels during World War II?
The Soviet Union’s Red Army
Where did Tara live?
Bakersfield, California
Why did officials choose sled dogs instead of planes or trains?
Planes were too risky in winter and trains did not go to Nome.
What special ability makes carrier pigeons good at their job?
They can find their way home and are fast fliers.
How did dolphins help the stranded pilot whales?
They led the whales into deeper water.
Why were camels better than trucks for the army’s journey?
Conditions were extreme and trucks might not survive the trip.
What danger was Jeremy in?
A dog attacked and grabbed his leg.
Which two lead dogs are mentioned in the relay to Nome?
Togo and Balto
Who was Cher Ami, and what made him a hero?
A carrier pigeon who completed 12 missions and saved about 200 soldiers.
Why did dolphins circle around the swimmers in 2004?
There was a great white shark nearby.
Who was Kuznechik, and what did he accomplish?
A heroic camel who traveled from Stalingrad to Berlin.
How did Tara protect Jeremy?
She ran at the dog, scared it, and chased it back to its yard.
How did the sled dogs show determination during the relay?
They ran hundreds of miles in cold, stormy conditions and never gave up.
How does Cher Ami show courage even after being injured?
Even after being shot and seriously injured, he still delivered the message.
What problem-solving skills do dolphins show in the shark story?
They worked as a team, circled swimmers, distracted the shark, and communicated.
How do camels’ physical characteristics help them survive difficult journeys?
Their humps store fat for energy and water; they can carry heavy loads and survive extreme heat.
Why did the SPCA change the Hero Dog award for Tara?
She was a cat who acted heroically, so they changed the award to honor her.