Rare Animals in China: Take off, Little Tern! is a nonfiction picture book that uses the style of a diary to tell readers about the endangered animal, the Chinese crested tern, from its egg form to adult form, and the various efforts scientists have made to protect them. Readers will not only acquire relevant knowledge about Chinese crested terns and gain a perspective on the biodiversity of the earth, but also establish awareness of protecting endangered species and the environment and cultivate a modern outlook on life in which man and nature coexist harmoniously.