Overview
• Written by David Isaacman, star of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, bringing authentic neurodiverse representation and perspective to children’s literature.
• Highlights the importance of teamwork, courage, and protecting endangered species, while also modeling social-emotional growth and inclusivity.
• Introduces young readers to Africa’s “Big Five” animals through a lively, engaging adventure, making wildlife conservation fun and accessible.
• Vibrant illustrations capture the beauty of the savannah and the personalities of each animal character, appealing to visual and sensory learners.
• Perfect tie-in for Earth Day, Endangered Species Day, and World Wildlife Day, as well as for classroom SEL discussions around diversity, empathy, and teamwork.
• Charitable Component: Part of the proceeds from the first print-run will go to benefit Lions, Tigers & Bears – an animal sanctuary based in San Diego.
Author Bio
David Isaacman is an actor, performer, and advocate whose story is as inspiring as it is joyful. Diagnosed with autism at age three—after developing differently from his two sisters, his fellow triplets—David began early intervention through the Lovaas program at UCLA, along with years of speech and occupational therapy. Through determination, support, and hard work, he has grown into a confident and expressive voice in the neurodiverse community.
A 2014 high school graduate, David now works in the Human Resources department at Beverly Hills City Hall, where he recently celebrated his sixth work anniversary. He is also a dedicated performer with the award-winning Miracle Project, where he brings his love of music and theater to life.
David has appeared on Netflix in Atypical and the Emmy Award–winning docuseries Love on the Spectrum U.S., where audiences connected with his warmth, authenticity, and humor. As a social media influencer, he shares glimpses of his daily life and passions—including synesthesia (experiencing numbers as colors) and a deep love of wildlife, especially African animals—bringing visibility and joy to audiences around the world.
Bats Langley is a painter, sculptor, writer, illustrator, toy designer, and a creator of many things. Bats is known for illustrating Groggle’s Monster Valentine and Groggle’s Monster Halloween. He recently illustrated the nonfiction biography of Jackie Kennedy titled Jackie and the Books She Loved. Bats is a regular contributor to Spider, Ladybug, Cricket, and Scholastic magazines and has been a frequently featured cover artist.
His artwork has been shown in galleries in New York City, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Boston, Hartford, Providence, and Hangzhou China. He lives with his husband Nick behind the Chelsea Hotel in New York City.
