Book of Bones

Name: Book of Bones
Brand: Hachette Australia
SKU: 9780714875118
Price: 34.95 NZD
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10 Record-Breaking Animals

By Gabrielle Balkan

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Summary

Book of Bones by Gabrielle Balkan explores the fascinating world of bones in the animal kingdom, inviting children to guess which animal belongs to each set of bones through captivating illustrations. The book provides intriguing facts and vibrant visuals that engage young readers to learn about anatomy and the uniqueness of each animal's skeletal structure.
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Book of Bones

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Description

Book of Bones by Gabrielle Balkan introduces ten record-breaking animal bones through a series of superlatives set up as a guessing game with clues.

Readers examine animals' skeletons and guess to whom they belong; the answers are revealed in vibrant, full-colour scenic habitats, with easily understood—and humorous—explanations.

This entertaining introduction to the connection between animal bones (anatomy) and behaviour is playful, relatable, and includes touch-and-feel finishes that bring the bones to life!

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?

Book of Bones by Gabrielle Balkan is praised as both engaging and informative, captivating young readers with its intriguing format that combines a guessing game with educational content about animal skeletons. Reviewers highlight the clever design and high-quality illustrations that bring the record-breaking facts to life. The book is lauded for making anatomy accessible and fun, providing a refreshing, interactive approach to learning about animals and their bones.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780714875118

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 September 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Contributors:

By Sam Brewster

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 315.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gabrielle Balkan

About the Author

About the author Gabrielle Balkan is a writer and editor living in Brooklyn, New York. Her books include the acclaimed The 50 States and The Dog Rules, a Scholastic Book Fairs bestseller. Before becoming a full-time writer, Gabrielle was a book buyer, commissioning editor, and the director of communications for City and Country School. About the illustrator Sam Brewster is an award-winning freelance illustrator, photographer, and filmmaker based in London. He has a roster of reputable clients around the world, including The New York Times, Guardian, and Creative Review. This is his first children's book.

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