Hoare, Ben,

An anthology of intriguing animals / written Ben Hoare ; illustrated by Daniel Long, Angela Rizza, and Daniela Terrazzini. - First American edition. - 224 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.

Discover the incredible stories and myths behind your favorite animals--whether it's how the koala got its name, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the sun across the sky. Children will pore over the spectacular photographs, including detailed close-ups, and learn fun facts at the same time. Containing more than 100 species, this beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you, and possibly uncover a new favorite along the way. With easy-to-read text and large images, this compendium of creatures invites young readers to explore the animal kingdom and get to know each animal individually--from big to small, feathered to furred.

ISBN: 1465477020 9781465477026

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Animals--Encyclopedias.
Children's literature--2019.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Encyclopedias.

Dewey Class. No.: 590