Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead

By Brooke Hartman

Book Overview

They're fluffy. They're funny. They could kill you--and your kid won't stop talking about them.

In Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead, author Brooke Hartman and illustrator Mar a Garc a deliver a laugh-out-loud STEM picture book that flips the script on adorable wildlife. Each page dives into the shockingly dangerous traits of nature's cutest creatures--think venomous slow lorises, surprisingly savage ladybugs, and owls with a taste for everything. Blending educational content with a wink of humor, this book makes science as thrilling as it is unforgettable.

Perfect for curious kids ages 6-8, this nonfiction gem transforms biology into bold, comic-style storytelling. Readers will discover how the fluffiest faces conceal claws, poison, or perfectly tuned predatory instincts--learning real animal facts through engaging visuals and fun narration. Whether it's for a bedtime read, a classroom conversation-starter, or a "Did you know?" battle on a road trip, this book sneaks in fascinating STEM lessons under the guise of pure entertainment.

Praised by parents, librarians, and educators alike, Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead is a hilarious introduction to the natural world's most unexpected predators. For fans of Weird But True, Butt or Face?, and the wild facts of YouTube's Casual Geographic, it's a reminder that sometimes, the most adorable animals are also the fiercest.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1728285291
• ISBN13: 9781728285290
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.2" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3