Creatures Great and Small
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Join Toronto author and illustrator Karen Patkau as she explores the world of insects, mammals, sea jellies, reptiles, amphibians, birds, crustaceans, arachnids, and mollusks. From extremely large creatures, such as the blue whale, Chinese giant salamander, and goliath tarantula, to extremely small ones, such as the bumblebee bat, dwarf gecko, and fairy shrimp, embark on this informative, beautifully illustrated voyage of discovery. Even the simple fact-filled text is enchantingly presented in the voices of the animals themselves. A glossary, map endpapers, and handy charts -- introducing the concepts of scale and proportion by comparing measurements of animals that are "Big" and "Really Big" to "Small" and "Really Small" -- make this book a must-have for parents, schools, and libraries alike.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1770493093
ISBN13:9781770493094
Release Date:February 2012
Publisher:Tundra Books (NY)
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.41 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 8.5" x 10.9"
Age Range:5 to 8 years
Grade Range:Grades 1 to 3
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Parents will find it an excellent way of introducing youngsters to the wonders of natural history.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Kids ages 6-9 will find this a gentle, fun story which pairs an illustrator's talents with an exploration of insects, mammals, birds, and reptiles. Large and small creatures alike are contrasted and compared in a lovely, enchanting picture book designed to pick out the most unusual of species to applaud. Parents will find it an excellent way of introducing youngsters to the wonders of natural history.
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