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Disappointing
I buy the Rookie-read-aloud science books for my first-grader, but I generally love them, too. As a series, these books are wonderful. This individual title was disappointing to me and not as good as some of the others.

I expected to be shown what things looked like through the animals' eyes. That was done for an insect only (seeing in mosaic) and dogs & cats (seeing in black and white). Other animals visual perceptions were not attempted.

Also, I still haven't figured out what animal is on the cover!

A great book about animals for the animal-loving child
This book is full of great facts for children of all ages. I bought this book for an 8 year old who wants to be a small animal veterinarian when she grows up, and she fell in love with this book instantly. ... Read more

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A very unique animal book for inquisitive young readers.
Bottoms Up! isn't another book about bodily functions per say, but a survey of animal bottoms and their varied uses. From setting traps tozapping enemies, spiders, skunks, and other animals are the focus withPatrick O'Brien adding realistic drawings throughout. ... Read more

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The book and disk that work together! The Interfact series offers a unique range of integrated illustrated books and multimedia CD-ROMS. Kids will learn and enjoy from this fact-filled book containing amazing facts, dazzling photographs, and a full glossary and index. In addition, the disk has seven interactive features with up to 15 hours of inter-linked activities, games and on-screen adventures related to coral reefs.

The packaging for this book/CD set is compact and ring-bound for easy use. The book cover is protected by a plastic sleeve to which the disk is attached in a sealed plastic wallet. Users will find clear cross-referencing between the book and the disk, which encourages both reading development and computer skills. ... Read more

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Slithering snakes, jumping kangaroos, flying albatrosses, and swimming salmon-every animal, including humans, has its own unique way of getting around. This beautiful new book explains the how, why, and "are we there yet?" of animals large and small across the globe.Topics include: ¥how an animal's environment affects its movement ¥how an animal's skeleton affects its movement ¥unusual animal movers such as the water-walking basilisk ¥how a parent helps its young move around ... Read more

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Animal Habitats describes and illustrates almost every kind of living environment where animals flourish. Clear and concise entries detail the territories inhabited by each animal and how they cope with ecological factors such as shrinking natural surroundings, seasonal migration, and competition for food.Featured animals and their habitats include: Aardvarks

Brown bears

Camels

Cheetahs

Dolphins

Elephants

Fruit bats

Gazelles
Giant pandas

Giraffes Hippopotamuses Killer whales

Orangutans Tasmanian devils Zebras. ... Read more

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Everything I every wanted to know about rays.
Everything a young reader could want to know about rays is packed into this 48 page book. Rays starts with the history and then characteristics of rays. Extensive discussion of physical description and anatomy of rays and their habitat. Also, has a sections on stings and shocks and life cycles. Excellent research. Includes many interesting photographs and wonderfully detailed illustrations. Includes an extensive glossary and index. Karen Woodworth-Roman, Children's Science Book Review ... Read more

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The Great Unknown tells, in words and pictures, the story of one of the most important turning points in the study of natural history. Two hundred years ago, Charles Willson Peale, founder of America"s foremost natural history museum, heard that a number of large bones were found buried in a farm field in upstate New York. He journeyed there and, with great effort, excavated and eventually assembled the bones into an almost complete fossil skeleton, only the second in the world. It was the first skeleton ever assembled of what we now call a mastodon. The imposing mastadon skeleton was soon put on display in Peale"s museum in Philadelphia. People came from all over to see the huge creature. Not only did Peale"s curiosity and determination pave the way for future paleontologists, his discovery of the mastodon was pivotal in convincing the public of the reality of extinction. ... Read more

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How do snakes move without legs? From sidewinders to boa constrictors, the motion of snakes is explained in clear, easy-to-understand diagrams. When kids grasp the mechanics of how a snake 'works,' they may find they have less to fear.

Zoobooks, the 59-book animal series - the "everything you wanted to know but didn't know who to ask" guide to the world's most fascinating creatures. Each exciting edition of Zoobooks is packed with current scientific facts, striking photography, beautiful illustrations and unique activities that teach children about animals and the habitats in which they live. With innovative publications and products, Wildlife Education, Ltd. has enriched the lives of children, parents, and educators nationwide for 20 years. All titles are offered in library-bound hardcover and soft-cover styles.Zoobooks, ideal for the knowledge-hungry 4-11 year old! ... Read more

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Do pigs buzz around flowers?
Have you ever seen a ladybug stand on one leg?
Who might you find swimming underwater
—a chicken or a fish?
Animals move and so do we!
Can you hop like a flea
—or even fly? ... Read more

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My Baby Loves It!
No other book will do -- my 6 month old has been obsessed with this book for over 2 months.It is the only book that holds a candle to her Baby Van Gogh video.On a couple of occasions when the book was not nearby and she was fussy, I simply said "Do donkeys dance?", and she immediately quieted to stare at my face, waiting for the next line!She smiles when she sees the cover.

Sure-fire treat for young ones!
This is my 5-1/2 month old baby's favorite book!I purchased this book because it was highly recommended by Oppenheim, and I've been really pleased.A huge smile appears on my baby's when we turn to the first page.He "talks" and smiles the whole way through.The images are simple and bold, and have a whimsical appeal that really strikes a chord with us.The book focuses on different animal actions, such as the pages, "Do hippos hop?No, fleas do!"To make it even more fun, we add sound effects, such as what kind of noise a hopping hippo would make, as well as fleas.I think that we're going to need a couple more copies, because this book is such a winner with us, we'll wear multiple copies out!

Can be used as a learning tool
This book has very cute illustrations that will make kidslaugh.The title page begins a series of questions about the actionsof different animals like, "Do pigs buzz around flowers?" After the question, the next page answers the question which is always, "no, this animal does that behavior".I think this book would make a good learing tool.It is good for teaching verbs, opposites and animal names.However, there were some things I didn't like about the book.It asks the question, "Do donkeys dance" on the title page" and the next page is a picture of a girl but the answer to the question is not printed on the page.I think that some other words are too complex for begining readers, like the word flamingo. END ... Read more

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Body Questions
This is a good book that has to do with the body. Jack Myers explains in detail, but not boring detail. This book has questions like why do you get a headache if you eat ice cream to fast? And why does pepper make many people sneeze?, why do onions make some people cry? This book has funny and realistic illustrations. And many, many more. ... Read more