All About Deer (All About Series) [Paperback]

Jim Arnosky (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1999 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: All About

Part of a major reprinting of renowned naturalist Jim Arnosky's beloved All About series, All About Deer is a thorough and colorful introduction to the world of deer.

In Spring 08, Scholastic Nonfiction is relaunching Jim Arnosky's treasured All About series with all-new paperback covers! In All About Deer, Arnosky shows how these animals grow and live, answering kids' biggest questions about deer, such as: What do deer eat? What are antlers made of? Why do deer run away from humans? Packed with intriguing information and brought to life by Arnosky's vibrant watercolors, this book will fascinate young readers.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 2-4?Another inviting nature book that follows the pattern of the earlier books in the series, beginning with informative end papers (here they are covered with deer tracks) and a life-sized six-page spread of twin fawns. Arnosky's watercolors are more subtle and informative here than in his Deer at the Brook (Lothrop, 1986). Large, diaphanous illustrations are surrounded by smaller ones that expand on the basic facts in the text. The placement of deer in the family Cervidae and the six North and Central American species are noted; a group portrait offers a size comparison for them. The prevalent white-tailed deer is used to illustrate traits and behaviors common to the American deer throughout the rest of the book. Camouflaging shape and color, hooves, antlers, and highly developed senses are explained. Birth, growth and herding, and the many dangers these delicate animals face are clearly described. The author's wonderfully simple and enticing style ensures that children will look at these wild animals with both wonder and understanding.?Susan Oliver, Hillsborough County Science Library at MOSI, Tampa, FL
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Booklist

Ages 5^-8. In this basic introduction to the fascinating world of deer, renowned author and illustrator Arnosky describes the different species of deer, mating habits, care of the young, life cycle, habitats, eating habits, and predators and other dangers encountered by these animals throughout their lifetimes. In addition to presenting a simple overview, Arnosky includes tidbits of more detailed, scientific information to round out his well-researched book, which is complemented by realistic watercolor illustrations rendered in forest tones of greens and browns and the blues of winter. Although no index or glossary of terms is included, schoolchildren may find this useful for reports or general reading. April Judge --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic (November 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439058740
• ISBN-13: 978-0439058742
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 7.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #59,426 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #67 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Mammals

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Very Nice Introduction to the Characteristics and Habits of Deer, August 26, 2009

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Shanna A. Gonzalez "eyelevelbooks.com" (Gaithersburg, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jim Arnosky's All About Deer (Library Binding)

This book is a very nice introduction to the life cycle, habits, and characteristics of deer in the Americas, illustrated in Arnosky's detailed and realistic watercolors. Arnosky's "All about..." series is excellent for the thirsty naturalist who soaks up information about the world. Nature books of this kind tend to proliferate and may not often be reread, so unless your reader has a particular interest in the animal, this may make a better public library read than a permanent addition to your library.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank GOD!, February 22, 2010

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This review is from: Jim Arnosky's All About Deer (Library Binding)

My 5 year odl son destroyed his library book by leaving it outside.

Im glad I could find this out of print book on Amazon! It was in GREAT condition almost as nice as the original book.