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The Big Book of Birds
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Younger nature enthusiasts may delight in exploring the vibrant world of winged wonders within this beautifully illustrated book. It offers a captivating exploration of bird habitats, peculiar behaviours, and fascinating facts, making it both an educational and visually enchanting read for children. If you're seeking a book that sparks curiosity about wildlife, this one could be a perfect choice.
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See moreThe newest book in Yuval Zommer’s highly popular ‘Big Book’ series introduces young children to some of the world’s most colourful, magnificent, silly and surprising feathered creatures.
New in Yuval Zommer's highly popular 'Big Book' series, a chatty, fun and fact-filled book about the world's most wonderful winged animals
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Why is a flamingo pink? Can a parrot talk? Is a bald eagle really bald? This follow-up to the hugely successful The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of Beasts and The Big Book of the Blue answers these questions and many more. It opens with introductory spreads explaining how to recognize different bird's eggs, the bird family tree, why different species of birds have different beaks and feathers, and why some birds migrate and travel vast distances every year. Subsequent spreads, illustrated with various habitats, are dedicated to specific varieties of bird, including hummingbirds, peacocks, flamingos, bald eagles, secretary birds, albatrosses and red-crowned cranes. Some will teach children how to spot different birds within a specific variety, for example how to differentiate the American robin from the European robin. Others explore bird habitats, for example showing how birds adapt to live in cities. Finally, the book invites young bird spotters to protect birds where they live and make their gardens bird friendly. This is a big, beautiful book to look at again and again.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The Big Book of Birds by Yuval Zommer is praised for its captivating and stunning visuals, packed with interesting information and sumptuous spreads. Reviewers commend its detailed illustrations and gorgeous, informative backgrounds, making it an ideal introduction to birds for young readers. It's highly recommended for budding ornithologists, birdwatchers, and nature lovers, considered fun, engaging, and one of the best non-fiction nature books in its series.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780500651513
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 May 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 230.0mm
Height: 340.0mm
Weight: 760g
Pages: 64
About the Author
Yuval Zommer graduated from the Royal College of Art with an MA in Illustration. He worked as a creative director at leading advertising agencies before becoming the author and illustrator of highly acclaimed non-fiction. Yuval's stunning 'Big Book of...' series encourages children to explore and care for our natural world. The series has now been published in 25 languages and has won and been shortlisted for numerous awards internationally, including the UKLA Book Awards 2018 & 2019, the English Association's Nonfiction Award 2017 & 2019, and the Made For Mums Award 2018 & 2019.
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