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An Anthology of Intriguing Animals: Discover the Fascinating Truths of the Animal Kingdom

by DK Publisher: DK PUB

An illustrated reference to animal life

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An illustrated reference to animal life

This animal anthology combines reference-style information with storybook descriptions, bringing together more than 100 creatures, from tigers and chameleons to sloths and pangolins. Entries share facts alongside stories and myths, including examples drawn from ancient Egyptian beliefs. Photographs and illustrations offer two ways to explore each animal, with close-up images adding visual detail. The book’s browseable range lets readers dip into familiar favorites or encounter less familiar species, making it a broad introduction to wildlife and the variety of the animal kingdom.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children curious about animals and wildlife
  • Young readers who enjoy illustrated nonfiction and browsing reference books
  • Families exploring animal facts together

Themes

Animal diversityWildlife facts and adaptationsAnimal stories and mythsIllustrated nonfiction

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Book overview

Reveal the stories behind your favourite creatures with this awe-inspiring animal book for curious kids aged 6-8.

The animal kingdom is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is a stunning animal encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite animals. Whether it's where the slow-motion sloth lives, how the plodding pangolin protects itself from predators, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the Sun across the sky, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions.

This beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. From tigers and chameleons to wolves and owls there's an animal for everyone in this compendium of creatures. Each type of animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of wildlife and array of animals, perfect for children aged 6-8 to love and explore for hours on end.

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they:

- Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of animals around the world
- Reveal fun facts and myths about a wide range of animals
- Uncover more than 100 animals, each with stunning images and captivating information.

This animal encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic animal book for children who are obsessed with the animal kingdom. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn.

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom whilst uncovering:

-Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
-Stunning photography & illustrations inside
-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure
-A quality gift to be passed down through the generations

More in the Series

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.
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