Tashi and Norbu by Pema Gellek

Tashi is a little nomad boy who has grown up in a valley of the towering Himalayas. One harsh winter, he learns his best friend, Norbu, a most unusual yak, is destined for slaughter. He embarks on a high-altitude adventure to save Norbu, and along the way, learns the meaning of friendship and the preciousness of all life. A portion of the proceeds from this book are dedicated to Tsethar International’s efforts to rescue yaks from slaughter. Please visit the www.tsethar.org