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Hatch

By Heidi Cooper Smith
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What kind of animals lay eggs? Where do they lay them, and how do they look after them? Meet some of Australia's incredible egg-laying animals. Starting at the sea, Hatch takes us on a journey inland and underground, to the treetops high above, and back down... Read More
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Go on a beautiful journey from beach to bush, meeting Australia's amazing egg-laying animals.

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What kind of animals lay eggs? Where do they lay them, and how do they look after them?

Meet some of Australia's incredible egg-laying animals. Starting at the sea, Hatch takes us on a journey inland and underground, to the treetops high above, and back down to a waterhole, till finally we reach the sea once more.

With detailed and vibrant illustrations, Hatch provides a glimpse of these amazing egg-laying creatures, the unique habitats in which they live and how they look after their young.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486318278

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 396g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Heidi Cooper Smith Science & Nature

About the Author

Heidi Cooper Smith has always held a love and fascination for animals, particularly those that could be found in her own backyard. Growing up in the bush on a diet of David Attenborough documentaries, she wants to help foster this appreciation in the next generation.

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