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48 pp.
| Quarto/W&P |
October, 2018 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7603-6339-3$17.95
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Paul Daviz.
Twenty-one animals, including humans, are profiled with an emphasis on what makes each "weird"; inevitably, it is a body part or behavior that allows the animal to survive. With its large, dazzlingly colored illustrations, this book is good for casual browsing or as an introduction to adaptation. The entry on humans emphasizes using our brains to conserve the amazing animals around the world. Websites. Ind.