Creepy Creatures

By Sneed B. Collard III

Book Overview

Did you know that laughing is the hyena's way of communicating with its family? Or that the bats that inhabit Asia and Africa help rain forests to grow by spreading tree seeds? CREEPY CREATURES explores some of the reasons behind what animals do and how they look. In this fascinating book, readers will learn that no animal exists simply to frighten or repulse us, but rather to feed, house, and defend itself. Kristin Kest's detailed illustrations help us to see that every creature's unique attributes help it to survive. CREEPY CREATURES is full of facts and humor about 20 creatures including the shark, tarantula, piranha, vulture, komodo dragon, and Tasmanian devil.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0881068365
• ISBN13: 9780881068368
• Release Date: February 1993
• Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 10.1" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

The information and pictures are BOTH fascinating!

The subject matter - Nature's most awesome characters - automatically gets the attention of any child or adult. This book gives the natural history of the creatures in a very successful mix of entertainment and education. It's always encouraging to see books produced which make children eager to read, as well as promoting an interest in nature.

Entertaining, educational, and a visual treat as well!

This book is popular with children visiting our nature library. They are as interested in the animal information as they are in the wonderful illustrations. The author does a great job of capturing children's interest while relaying important concepts and details.