First Encyclopedia of Animals by Paul Dowswell

First Encyclopedia of Animals by Paul Dowswell

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Summary

An encyclopedia that introduces young readers to the wonders of the animal world. Filled with information on mammals, birds, reptiles, creepy-crawlies and waterlife, it answers such questions as 'Which animal has a tongue as long as its body?'; 'How does a whale breath?'; 'How does a snake see in the dark?'; and, 'Why do zebras have stripes?'.

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First Encyclopedia of Animals by Paul Dowswell

How does a whale breathe? How does a snake see in the dark? Why do zebras have stripes? This fascinating book has all the answers and more. Simple, easy-to-read text, detailed illustrations and extraordinary wildlife photography introduce children to the wonders of the animal kingdom. Links to exciting recommended websites make this a fantastic resource for use at home or school. Chapters in this book include - Animal world Mammals - Mammals - What's for dinner? - Night mammals - Hide and seek - Escaping from enemies - Living together - Baby mammals - Sea mammals Birds - Bird life - Colours - In the air - Bodies and beaks - Nests and chicks Reptiles - Reptile life - Snap and grab - Special senses - Reptile defences - Young reptiles Amphibians Creepy-crawlies - Creepy-crawlies - Baby bugs - Bug food - Colours and tricks - Butterflies Water life - Living in the sea - Baby fish - Sea hunters - Sea monsters - Coral reefs
A beauty of a book with a huge amount of information and loads of links for curious minds to follow to find out moreThis is definitely a step up in content but without losing any of the Usborne joy. * Rhino Reads *
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ISBN 13 9781409522423
ISBN 10 1409522423
Title First Encyclopedia of Animals
Author Paul Dowswell
Series First Encyclopedias
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd
Year published 2011-05-01
Number of pages 64
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.