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101 Collective Nouns
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See moreA gaze of raccoons? A smack of jellyfish? A loveliness of ladybirds? Join us for an illustrated journey through the animal kingdom. Featuring 101 full-colour animal illustrations, each with its very own collective noun, as well as a brief history of collective nouns, this hard cover book will delight children and adults alike.
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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.
A tribe of kiwis? A smack of jellyfish? A wisdom of wombats? Come along on an illustrated journey through the animal kingdom with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins.
Featuring 101 full-colour animal illustrations, each with its very own collective noun, as well as a brief history of collective nouns, this book will delight children and adults alike.
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A remarkable appeal across various audiences is noted, including admiration from Hollywood fans, indicating its popularity and engaging nature. Positive reviews highlight its delightful and enjoyable reading experience.
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ISBN: 9780734417961
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 June 2017
Country: Australia
Imprint: Lothian Children's Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 197.0mm
Height: 237.0mm
Weight: 550g
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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