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Animal Encyclopedia

By Sarah Larter, Julie Ferris and others

From tiny insects to mighty elephants, discover the surprising secrets that help animals survive everywhere.

informative · visual · fascinating · interactive

Genres

Animals Nature Non-fiction

What is Animal Encyclopedia about?

Explore the animal kingdom in this richly illustrated encyclopedia packed with fascinating facts, photographs, maps and detailed 3-D images. Discover how animals are grouped, how their bodies work and how they survive in habitats ranging from deserts and rainforests to oceans and polar regions. Meet everything from tiny insects and colourful fish to mighty elephants and bears. Fact boxes, quizzes, activities and an online resource make this an engaging guide for curious young readers.

About the author

Jacqueline Fortey is a children’s author who writes clear, engaging books that help young readers discover fascinating facts. She is best known for Great Scientists, part of the popular DK Eyewitness series, which introduces remarkable people and their discoveries. Her books encourage children to ask questions, explore the world and enjoy learning about science, history and everyday life. With lively information and colourful ideas, Jacqueline makes big subjects feel friendly, exciting and easy to understand for curious readers everywhere.

Pages

309 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2015

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