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Book of Bones
10 Record-Breaking Animals
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It's a book of world records... of bones! Guess whose bones are the longest, shortest, heaviest, spikiest, and more. With touchable skeletons!
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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!
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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.
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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
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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