Author: Jessica Loy
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are plenty of books about unusual animals. This is a book about fourteen well-known animals--kangaroos, hippos, giraffes--who all have unusual characteristics. For instance, did you know that a kangaroo's kick can be deadly, that a giraffe can clean its own ears with its tongue, or that a hippo has teeth as long as a child's arm? This accessible book, full of amazing photographs and easy-to-digest factoids, is perfect for animal lovers of all ages.
Weird and Wild Animal Facts
Author: Jessica Loy
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are plenty of books about unusual animals. This is a book about fourteen well-known animals--kangaroos, hippos, giraffes--who all have unusual characteristics. For instance, did you know that a kangaroo's kick can be deadly, that a giraffe can clean its own ears with its tongue, or that a hippo has teeth as long as a child's arm? This accessible book, full of amazing photographs and easy-to-digest factoids, is perfect for animal lovers of all ages.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are plenty of books about unusual animals. This is a book about fourteen well-known animals--kangaroos, hippos, giraffes--who all have unusual characteristics. For instance, did you know that a kangaroo's kick can be deadly, that a giraffe can clean its own ears with its tongue, or that a hippo has teeth as long as a child's arm? This accessible book, full of amazing photographs and easy-to-digest factoids, is perfect for animal lovers of all ages.
The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids
Author: Ginjer Clarke
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646111508
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
From anglerfish to zebras, discover 500 awesome animal facts for kids ages 9 to 12. From frogs to foxes, scorpions and sharks, The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids has it all! This animal encyclopedia includes 500 amazing facts about animals that offer hours of engaging learning every boy and girl will love. Alongside full-color pictures on every page, find weird and wonderful details about Magnificent Mammals, Creepy Crawlies, Amazing Amphibians, Feathered Friends, and more. Great as a bedtime read or during the day, this standout among animal books for kids is ideal for any boy or girl who is wild about animals! Go beyond other animal books for kids with fantastic facts like: Today's golden hamsters are all descendants of a single hamster family that lived in Syria around 1930. Ant mimicking spiders pretend to be ants by raising two of their eight legs to look like ant antennae allowing them to eat the ants. A glass lizard looks like a snake, but it is actually a lizard with an extra-long tail—and no legs. When you're looking for a kid's book for ages 9-12, this is the perfect choice to learn about animals—and have a whole bunch of fun!
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646111508
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
From anglerfish to zebras, discover 500 awesome animal facts for kids ages 9 to 12. From frogs to foxes, scorpions and sharks, The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids has it all! This animal encyclopedia includes 500 amazing facts about animals that offer hours of engaging learning every boy and girl will love. Alongside full-color pictures on every page, find weird and wonderful details about Magnificent Mammals, Creepy Crawlies, Amazing Amphibians, Feathered Friends, and more. Great as a bedtime read or during the day, this standout among animal books for kids is ideal for any boy or girl who is wild about animals! Go beyond other animal books for kids with fantastic facts like: Today's golden hamsters are all descendants of a single hamster family that lived in Syria around 1930. Ant mimicking spiders pretend to be ants by raising two of their eight legs to look like ant antennae allowing them to eat the ants. A glass lizard looks like a snake, but it is actually a lizard with an extra-long tail—and no legs. When you're looking for a kid's book for ages 9-12, this is the perfect choice to learn about animals—and have a whole bunch of fun!
Sad Animal Facts
Author: Brooke Barker
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1250095093
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
New York Times Bestseller! A delightful and quirky compendium of the Animal Kingdom’s more unfortunate truths, with over 150 hand-drawn illustrations. Ever wonder what a mayfly thinks of its one-day lifespan? (They’re curious what a sunset is.) Or how a jellyfish feels about not having a heart? (Sorry, but they’re not sorry.) This melancholy menagerie pairs the more unsavory facts of animal life with their hilarious thoughts and reactions. Sneakily informative, and wildly witty, SAD ANIMAL FACTS will have you crying with laughter.
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1250095093
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
New York Times Bestseller! A delightful and quirky compendium of the Animal Kingdom’s more unfortunate truths, with over 150 hand-drawn illustrations. Ever wonder what a mayfly thinks of its one-day lifespan? (They’re curious what a sunset is.) Or how a jellyfish feels about not having a heart? (Sorry, but they’re not sorry.) This melancholy menagerie pairs the more unsavory facts of animal life with their hilarious thoughts and reactions. Sneakily informative, and wildly witty, SAD ANIMAL FACTS will have you crying with laughter.
Weird Wild Animal Facts
Author: Sherry Seethaler
Publisher: Pearson Education
ISBN: 0132686236
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
This is the eBook version of the printed book. This Element is an excerpt from Curious Folks Ask 2: 188 Real Answers on Our Fellow Creatures, Our Planet, and Beyond (9780137057399) by Sherry Seethaler. Available in print and digital formats. Now revealed: scientific secrets of genetics, species, extinction, evolution, and animal thought! Zoologists and conservationists are making heroic efforts to rebuild populations of certain animal species on the verge of extinction. These populations are often rebuilt from very small numbers of individuals. What risks do these populations face as a result of this lack of genetic diversity? The rebuilding of the California condor population is a case in point....
Publisher: Pearson Education
ISBN: 0132686236
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
This is the eBook version of the printed book. This Element is an excerpt from Curious Folks Ask 2: 188 Real Answers on Our Fellow Creatures, Our Planet, and Beyond (9780137057399) by Sherry Seethaler. Available in print and digital formats. Now revealed: scientific secrets of genetics, species, extinction, evolution, and animal thought! Zoologists and conservationists are making heroic efforts to rebuild populations of certain animal species on the verge of extinction. These populations are often rebuilt from very small numbers of individuals. What risks do these populations face as a result of this lack of genetic diversity? The rebuilding of the California condor population is a case in point....
Weird-But-True Facts about Animals
Author: Lauren Coss
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781622431717
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book offers all kinds of weird facts about animals that are amazing, unexpected, gross, creepy and astonishing--but true!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781622431717
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book offers all kinds of weird facts about animals that are amazing, unexpected, gross, creepy and astonishing--but true!
Jungle Jack's Wackiest, Wildest, and Weirdest Animals in the World
Author: Jack Hanna
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
ISBN: 1418586633
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
A wacky, wild, and weird look at animals through the eyes of Jungle Jack Hanna! Have you ever seen a naked mole rat? Do you know what a binturong is? Do you know what kind of bird has a deadly kick? Explore the world’s wackiest, wildest, and weirdest animals with expert and host Jungle Jack Hanna. The book features thirty animals that are wacky, weird, or wild. Kids will learn amazing animal facts and stories of Jungle Jack's personal adventures with some of these unique creatures. The book includes a bonus DVD with hilarious bloopers from his Emmy award-winning show, Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, and other shows from his career.
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
ISBN: 1418586633
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
A wacky, wild, and weird look at animals through the eyes of Jungle Jack Hanna! Have you ever seen a naked mole rat? Do you know what a binturong is? Do you know what kind of bird has a deadly kick? Explore the world’s wackiest, wildest, and weirdest animals with expert and host Jungle Jack Hanna. The book features thirty animals that are wacky, weird, or wild. Kids will learn amazing animal facts and stories of Jungle Jack's personal adventures with some of these unique creatures. The book includes a bonus DVD with hilarious bloopers from his Emmy award-winning show, Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, and other shows from his career.
Strange, Unusual, Gross & Cool Animals (An Animal Planet Book)
Author: Animal Planet
Publisher: Time Home Entertainment
ISBN: 1683303229
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Animal Planet presents the ickiest, stickiest, blobbiest, and oddest animals in the world! Did you know that an archerfish can spit water up to 16 feet? Or that the giant weta is the world's largest and heaviest insect? Animal Planet's fascinating exploration of animal oddities introduces young animal lovers to some of the most astonishing, gorgeous, and obscure animals in the world-including some brand new discoveries! Packed with more than 200 vibrant photographs and fun facts about animals with unusual behaviors, strange appearances, and remarkable stats, this deluxe gift book is perfect for reluctant readers or anyone who loves totally gross and amazing animals. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of books in the Animal Bites series benefits the principal partners of R.O.A.R. (Reach Out. Act. Respond.), Animal Planet's initiative dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our communities and in the wild.
Publisher: Time Home Entertainment
ISBN: 1683303229
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Animal Planet presents the ickiest, stickiest, blobbiest, and oddest animals in the world! Did you know that an archerfish can spit water up to 16 feet? Or that the giant weta is the world's largest and heaviest insect? Animal Planet's fascinating exploration of animal oddities introduces young animal lovers to some of the most astonishing, gorgeous, and obscure animals in the world-including some brand new discoveries! Packed with more than 200 vibrant photographs and fun facts about animals with unusual behaviors, strange appearances, and remarkable stats, this deluxe gift book is perfect for reluctant readers or anyone who loves totally gross and amazing animals. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of books in the Animal Bites series benefits the principal partners of R.O.A.R. (Reach Out. Act. Respond.), Animal Planet's initiative dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our communities and in the wild.
Jack Hanna's Wild But True
Author: Jack Hanna
Publisher: Media Lab Books
ISBN: 9781942556206
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jack Hanna offers 200 really delightful facts and anecdotes about wild animals. Illustrated with full color photos of amazing animals. Stories include animal friends, endangered animals, hilarious stories, surprising animal species, and crazy, unbelievable animal stories that will warm your heart. Plus a wealth of animal facts, lists, and information. Jack makes learning about animals fun.
Publisher: Media Lab Books
ISBN: 9781942556206
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jack Hanna offers 200 really delightful facts and anecdotes about wild animals. Illustrated with full color photos of amazing animals. Stories include animal friends, endangered animals, hilarious stories, surprising animal species, and crazy, unbelievable animal stories that will warm your heart. Plus a wealth of animal facts, lists, and information. Jack makes learning about animals fun.
Creaturepedia
Author: Adrienne Barman
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
ISBN: 0711295808
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
Meet the animal kingdom's greatest talents in this illustrated encyclopedia of curious creatures! Drawn in a fun and vibrant style, this book groups animals by their special skills. Flick through these amazing animals that think, look, sound, and act in incredible ways! Introducing: 'the architects' Super-skilled animals that build objects using their legs, beaks, and mouths! the 'noisy neighbors' What’s all that racket?! Meet the loudest big mouths on the planet. the 'homebodies' These territorial creatures keep watch of the land around them. the 'forever faithfuls' Some animals mate for life! Discover which animals pair up. the ‘night owls’ These fascinating animals only come out at night. Filled with fascinating facts, curious creatures, and characterful cartoons, this book will keep young explorers busy for hours. The perfect gift for any young animal lover!
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
ISBN: 0711295808
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
Meet the animal kingdom's greatest talents in this illustrated encyclopedia of curious creatures! Drawn in a fun and vibrant style, this book groups animals by their special skills. Flick through these amazing animals that think, look, sound, and act in incredible ways! Introducing: 'the architects' Super-skilled animals that build objects using their legs, beaks, and mouths! the 'noisy neighbors' What’s all that racket?! Meet the loudest big mouths on the planet. the 'homebodies' These territorial creatures keep watch of the land around them. the 'forever faithfuls' Some animals mate for life! Discover which animals pair up. the ‘night owls’ These fascinating animals only come out at night. Filled with fascinating facts, curious creatures, and characterful cartoons, this book will keep young explorers busy for hours. The perfect gift for any young animal lover!
The Screaming Hairy Armadillo and 76 Other Animals with Weird, Wild Names
Author: Matthew Murrie
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523508116
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
A fascinating compendium featuring over 70 unusual animal species. What's in a name? This lively, illustrated celebration is jam-packed with creatures notable for their bizarre, baffling, and just-plain-funny names. Meet the White-Bellied Go-Away Bird, whose cry sounds like someone screaming, "Go away!" Or the Aye-Aye, whose name means "I don't know" in Malagasy because no one wants anything to do with this bad-luck creature. Some are obvious, if still weird––guess what the Fried Egg Jellyfish looks like. Others sound like an inside joke: It's easy to figure out what was on the taxonomist's mind when he christened a fly he discovered Pieza Pie. Along the way you'll learn all about these curiously named animals' just-as-curious habits, appearances, and abilities.
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523508116
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
A fascinating compendium featuring over 70 unusual animal species. What's in a name? This lively, illustrated celebration is jam-packed with creatures notable for their bizarre, baffling, and just-plain-funny names. Meet the White-Bellied Go-Away Bird, whose cry sounds like someone screaming, "Go away!" Or the Aye-Aye, whose name means "I don't know" in Malagasy because no one wants anything to do with this bad-luck creature. Some are obvious, if still weird––guess what the Fried Egg Jellyfish looks like. Others sound like an inside joke: It's easy to figure out what was on the taxonomist's mind when he christened a fly he discovered Pieza Pie. Along the way you'll learn all about these curiously named animals' just-as-curious habits, appearances, and abilities.