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I See a Kookaburra! : Discovering Animal Habitats Around the World

I See a Kookaburra! : Discovering Animal Habitats Around the World Hardcover - 2005

by Robin Page; Steve Jenkins

  • Used
  • very good
  • Hardcover

Readers can search for an oystercatcher, an elephant shrew, and a fierce snapping turtle in the places where they live in this fun book that incorporates a fun, interactive element. Hidden in the illustrations are animals camouflaged in their surroundings. Full color.

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 2005. Hardcover. Very Good. Disclaimer:Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
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Details

  • Title I See a Kookaburra! : Discovering Animal Habitats Around the World
  • Author Robin Page; Steve Jenkins
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition None
  • Condition Used - Very Good
  • Pages 32
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, U.S.A.
  • Date 2005
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Illustrated, Maps
  • Bookseller's Inventory # G0618507647I4N10
  • ISBN 9780618507641 / 0618507647
  • Weight 0.85 lbs (0.39 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.8 x 10 x 0.4 in (24.89 x 25.40 x 1.02 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 07 years
  • Grade levels P - 2
  • Reading level 690
  • Library of Congress subjects Animals, Habitat (Ecology)
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2004013188
  • Dewey Decimal Code 591.7

Summary

I See a Kookaburra! lets readers search for an oystercatcher, an elephant shrew, and a fierce snapping turtle in the places where they live. Learn how these animals and many others grow and thrive in very different environments.

Incorporated into the book is an interactive element. Hidden in the illustrations are animals camouflaged in their surroundings. Turn the page to see if you were able to find them all!

First line

Scorching deserts and steamy rain forests, muddy ponds and salty oceans  animals are found almost every place on earth.

Media reviews

"The texture- and color-rich cut-paper collages, displaying each animal in a characteristic pose, feature several layers of depth, providing young viewers with the potential for hours of exploration.
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, Starred

"The lush cut-paper illustrations invite detailed scrutiny of the various animals' features and display the textures and variety of skin, fur, beaks, and the like." --Horn Book Horn Book

"A first-rate foray into ecology that will encourage readers to explore the world around them." –School Library Journal School Library Journal

"Jenkins masterfully manipulates texture and space, playing up the unique palette and architecture of each habitat, while pushing readers towards an aesthetic awareness of the remarkable shapes and patterns that compose nature's wonders. . . . Another keeper from this talented team." -- Publishers Weekly Publishers Weekly

"The book’s bright colors and textures and its playful design will attract an enthusiastic audience." --Booklist Booklist, ALA

Citations

  • Booklist, 08/01/2005, Page 2032
  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 05/01/2005, Page 389
  • Horn Book Magazine, 05/01/2005, Page 350
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/2005, Page 365
  • Kirkus Review - Children, 05/01/2005, Page 540
  • Publishers Weekly, 04/25/2005, Page 56
  • School Library Journal, 05/01/2005, Page 109
  • Science Books & Films, 11/01/2005, Page 270

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