Feathery Facts [Hardcover]

Ivan Chermayeff (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 27, 1995 | Age Level: 2 and up

Meet the eight-foot ostrich, the two-inch hummingbird, and thirteen other fascinating.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Chermayeff's (Fishy Facts; Furry Facts) signature style-featuring bold cut-outs and saturated colors-and a well-honed text are certain to kindle tired imaginations. Youngsters who think birds and reptiles lack charisma should consider these particulars: jackdaws "like to hide shiny objects, especially in their nests"; glass snakes "break off sections of their tails and slip away when they are in danger"; sea turtles can swim as fast as 20 miles per hour. Other curiosities include the Australian blue-tongued skink, the frilled lizard, the African pancake tortoise, the accordion-necked matamata. The illustrations are gripping and humorous; their strength lies in their isolation of a single, intriguing aspect of each represented creature. Both volumes are equally entertaining and informative-after reading one, youngsters as well as adults will beg for the other. Ages 2-6.
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Review

Chermayeff's (Fishy Facts; Furry Facts) signature style-featuring bold cut-outs and saturated colors-and a well-honed text are certain to kindle tired imaginations. Youngsters who think birds and reptiles lack charisma should consider these particulars: jackdaws "like to hide shiny objects, especially in their nests"; glass snakes "break off sections of their tails and slip away when they are in danger"; sea turtles can swim as fast as 20 miles per hour. Other curiosities include the Australian blue-tongued skink, the frilled lizard, the African pancake tortoise, the accordion-necked matamata. The illustrations are gripping and humorous; their strength lies in their isolation of a single, intriguing aspect of each represented creature. Both volumes are equally entertaining and informative-after reading one, youngsters as well as adults will beg for the other. Ages 2-6. (Publishers Weekly )

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Harcourt Children's Books; 1st edition (March 27, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0152001107
• ISBN-13: 978-0152001100
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,466,262 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Ivan Chermayeff
A prolific designer, illustrator, and artist, Ivan has created memorable, iconic images for literally hundreds of clients. As a founding partner of Chermayeff & Geismar with Tom Geismar, he has played a significant role in establishing the firm's worldwide reputation. His trademarks, posters, publications and art installations for contemporary buildings are widely recognized and have received nearly every award bestowed by the profession, including gold medals from the American Institute of Graphic Arts and the Society of Illustrators.