DK are famed for their fabulously illustrated reference books and The Animal Book – A visual encyclopedia of life on Earth fits this bill.
Children can meet flying snakes, sharks, fungi and large carnivores without moving from their seat. The Animal Book – A visual encyclopedia of life on Earth is packed with fascinating facts and over 1500 species.
The Earth's creatures are organised into chapters from the tiniest amoeba to the largest elephant with a human scale to show just how small or large the animal, plant or insect is.
There is just so much to explore in the book – for all ages. The press release suggested The Animal Book is suitable for ages nine upwards. I would dispute this, with supervision a much younger child could have hours of fun. Harriet (nearly three and a half) is captivated this book which holds her attention for quite long periods.
A perfect gift for anyone's home library.
PWT rating: ♥♥♥♥♥
The Animal Book: A Visual Encyclopedia of Life on Earth