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.
Cows have best friends.Goats have accents.A group of pugs is called a grumble.The manakin bird can do the moonwalk.The Chinese for seal translates in "ocean panther."Otters have a little pouch to keep their favourite rock.An octopus will never forget a face.Zebras can't sleep alone.Because of how a pig's eyes are placed, they can never see the sky.Butterflies taste everything they walk on.
New York Times bestseller • An artfully playful collection of unexpected and remarkable facts about animals, illustrated by Swedish artist Maja Säfström. Did you know that an octopus has three hearts? Or that ostriches can't walk backward? Or that a group of owls is called a parliament, or that they have three eyelids? Sea otters hold hands in their sleep, bees never sleep, and penguins laugh when they're tickled! This charming compendium contains over 100 pages of fascinating facts about the animal kingdom illustrated with whimsical detail.
A treasure trove of stories, poems, and information on the brainy, black-feathered bird that’s rich in insight and humor. This revised and expanded edition of Candace Savage’s best-selling book about ravens and crows is enhanced by additional paintings, drawings, and photos, as well as a fascinating selection of first-person stories and poems about remarkable encounters with crows. In one story, a pack of crows brilliantly thwarts an attack by a Golden Eagle; in another, a mischievous crow rescues the author from grief. And in a third piece, after nursing a battered baby crow back to health until it flies off with other crows, Louise Erdrich hauntingly describes her altered awareness as she listens for the “dark laugh” of crows while she works. Based on two decades of audacious research by scientists around the world, the book also provides an unprecedented, evidence-based glimpse into corvids’ intellectual, social, and emotional lives. But whether viewed through the lens of science, myth, or everyday experience, the result is always the same. These birds are so smart—and so mysterious—they take your breath away. Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute. Praise for Crows “A beautifully crafted celebration of these birds.” —Nature “A deft juxtaposition of interesting anecdotes and firsthand accounts of scientific discoveries.” —Canadian Literature “Surprising avian revelations are contained within the pages of Savage’s glorious festival of crow arcana.” —Alberta Views
If you love flamingos, you won't want to miss this fun flamingo facts book! Why are flamingo feathers pink? Where do flamingos nest? This is the perfect educational children's book with colorful pictures and simple everyday words for children to help them develop early language skills and vocabulary. This book is also a great choice for all the animal lovers who wish to learn more about flamingos. You'll love this fun and beautiful flamingo book!
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!
If you love Alpacas, you won't want to miss this fun Alpaca facts book! This is the perfect educational children's book with colorful pictures and simple everyday words for children to help them develop early language skills and vocabulary. This book is also a great choice for all the animal lovers who wish to learn more about Alpacas. You'll love this fun and beautiful Alpaca book!
"Whether you like mammals, aquatic creatures, insects, birds, amphibians, or reptiles, this browsable book contains kids' favorite animals that would ALL be contenders for the grand prize in a cute competition. Big photos pair with upbeat descriptions that highlight each critter's crazy cool skills and unique behaviors. This adorable book showcases popular animals such as hedgehogs and pandas as well as unusual species such as tapirs, kakapos, and pangolins. Special features include a head-to-head cute-off, sure to keep readers amused and informed. Perfect for curious tweens, animal lovers, and future veterinarians alike"--Amazon.com.
Dolphins can be racist. Female chickens can turn into males. Dinosaurs had dandruff. Caterpillars can kill humans. Chinese takeaway boxes were originally invented to hold oysters. Cats have made at least 33 animals go extinct. Despite what many people believe, cows don't have four stomachs. Alligators can't take a single step backwards. Dogs lick their owners as a sign of submission, not as a sign of love. Elephants are scared of bees. There is an ant that can stop itself from aging. A hippo's skin weighs a ton. Clownfish are always born male. Although anteaters look cute, they are so vicious, they can easily kill a human. Giraffes engage in ruthless combat. Gorillas make nests every day. There is a cat that is over twice the size of a tiger. Zebras have the strongest kick in the animal kingdom. Some spiders can walk on water. Black mamba snakes are never black. Nobody knew mosquitoes caused malaria until the 1930s.
