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Small Wonders: Baby Animals in the Wild

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I really liked the unique approach this book takes at capturing young readers attentions. One page talks a little bit about the wild animal baby, mentioning it's habitat, what it likes to do, what it looks like and the following page is from the animals point of view. For example, the Moose page has one page with facts about the moose, like where it lives, what it eats etc. The opposite has the young Moose telling the kids things that it will do when it's older, like sprout antlers. The book has great illustrations and it's a fun way for kids to learn more about wildlife. I read this my kids who enjoyed, although certain parts were a bit harder for my preschooler to understand. I think the targeted age range would be 5 yrs old & up. This book would make a great edition in any K-2nd grade classroom.

Written in a manner as to have the animals announce themselves to the young reader, Marilyn Baillie informative and entertaining text is very nicely illustrated by the artistic talents of Romi Caron in "Small Wonders: Baby Animals In The Wild". Children's ages 3 to 7 are provided an ideal introduction to a series of baby animals that include Moose, Canadian Geese, Polar Bears, Wolves, Loons, Bison, Raccons, Cougars, Beavers, Mountain Sheep, Snowy Owls, Harp Seals, Caribou, and the Orca. Enhanced with the addition of a 'Have You Ever Wondered...' page answering a series of basic questions about the individual animals showcased in this outstanding picturebook, "Small Wonders: Baby Animals In The Wild" is a welcome and recommended addition to school and community library Pets & Wildlife collections.