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101 Collective Nouns by Jennifer Cossins explores the fascinating world of collective nouns, cleverly illustrating the unique and often whimsical terms used to describe groups of animals, people, and objects. This book provides a delightful educational journey through language, offering insight into both familiar and lesser-known expressions while highlighting Cossins' signature style and wit. It's an engaging resource for those interested in expanding their vocabulary with amusing and informative details.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by language and love discovering unique and charming ways to describe groups of animals. With delightful illustrations and insightful explanations, it will appeal to those with a keen interest in the richness and creativity of the English language.

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101 Collective Nouns

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101 Collective Nouns is a beautifully illustrated picture book featuring 101 full-colour animal illustrations, each with its very own collective noun. From the 2017 CBCA shortlisted author/illustrator of A-Z of Endangered Animals, this book is a delightful journey through the animal kingdom with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins.

Discover fascinating terms like a tribe of kiwis, a smack of jellyfish, or a wisdom of wombats, all brought to life with vibrant artwork.

In addition to the stunning illustrations, this book includes a brief history of collective nouns, making it a fascinating read for both children and adults alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734417978

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Lothian Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 366g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Jennifer Cossins is a 2017 CBCA shortlisted Tasmanian artist and writer with a passion for nature, the animal kingdom and all things bright and colourful. A born and bred Tasmanian, Jennifer also designs homewares, textiles and stationery, which she stocks in her store in Hobart, Red Parka. Jennifer's books include A-Z of Endangered Animals, 101 Collective Nouns, and The Baby Animal Book.

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