Paul Thurlby's Wildlife

Name: Paul Thurlby's Wildlife
ISBN: 9780763665630

by Paul Thurlby

Explore twenty-three lesser-known animal characteristics, from surfing penguins to a dog's unique nose print, all presented with Paul Thurlby's distinctive, colorful art. It's strange, it's wild, and

About This Book

Paul Thurlby's Wildlife is a delightful nonfiction picture book that pairs bold, graphic illustrations with fascinating, often surprising, facts about animals. Children will learn about unique characteristics like a bee's communicative dance, a lion's night vision, and even karate-kicking kangaroos. The book's engaging format makes learning fun and accessible for young readers, sparking curiosity about the natural world. It's perfect for ages 4-11, offering both simple visual appeal for preschoolers and intriguing details for early elementary students.

"From surfing penguins to karate-kicking kangaroos, the animals in Paul Thurlby's wildlife are up to some wild antics--some strange ... all true!"--Jacket.

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Joy & Gratitude Creativity & Imagination Empathy & Kindness Animals Nature & Outdoors Humor Dogs

Discussion Prompts

What was the most surprising animal fact you learned in this book?

If you could have one special animal ability, what would it be and why?

Which animal's illustration was your favorite and what did you like about it?

Can you think of any other interesting animal facts that weren't in the book?

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