Where in the Wild?: Camouflaged Creatures Concealed... and Revealed [Hardcover]

David Schwartz (Author), Yael Schy (Author), Dwight Kuhn (Photographer)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Ten creatures await, camouflaged in artful, full-page photographs, while playful poems offer clues about each animal's identity and whereabouts. Think you've spotted one? Lift one of ten gatefolds to find out. A full page of fascinating information accompanies each animal so readers can learn how nature's camouflage serves hunter and hunted alike. Why do fawns have spots during their first year of life? How did killdeer birds get their name? What makes a crab spider so good at ambushing its prey?



Recipient of the 2008 American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Book and Films Prize for Excellence in Science Books.

Named a 2008 Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and the Children's Book Council (CBC)

Editor's Choice, 2007— Booklist magazine

Listed in "Lasting Connections of 2007," an annual roundup of the year's best books to tie into curriculum.
-Book Links magazine

Editorial Reviews

Review

2007 Editor's Choice, Booklist
2008 John Burroughs List of Nature Books for Young Readers
2008 Animal Behavior Society Outstanding Children's Book Award
2008 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children, Selector's Choice, National Science Teachers of America / Children's Book Council
2008 SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books, sponsored by Subaru and the American Association for the Advancement of Science


Review, New York Times Book Review:
"That's cool!"

Review, New York Times:
"Schwartz and Schy's vibrant book, with its passion for discovery, seems...likely to inspire young readers."

Review, School Library Journal:
"The combination of poetry, beautiful photography, and clear factual explanation is executed in all of its parts with economy and skill."

Review, Booklist:
"This book will intrigue and challenge children, whether they find it individually or in a classroom setting."

From the Publisher

Naturalist notes provided on each species.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 44 pages
• Publisher: Tricycle Press (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1582462070
• ISBN-13: 978-1582462073
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #298,656 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

With the same energy, humor and clarity found in his 50 books, David wows audiences at schools around the United States and beyond. David is an accomplished storyteller and a master at getting kids to think and have fun at the same time. His presentations lead children on entertaining and educational journeys that combine math, science, reading and writing. David also gives keynote presentations and workshops for educators at professional conferences.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book With Personality, December 4, 2007

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Elizabeth Smart (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Where in the Wild?: Camouflaged Creatures Concealed... and Revealed (Hardcover)

The moment I picked up "Where in the Wild?", I stepped into a world of wonder due to the appealing and interactive nature of this book. Engaging shape-poetry and spectacular photography give this book playful and sophisticated qualities. Readers are challenged to use artful and informational context clues to uncover the disguised animals throughout the book. The personality of this book draws in all readers, not just children. Definitely a literary treat for all ages.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great combination of poetry, non-fiction and photography!, January 8, 2008

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Laura Bush (Vernon, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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"Where in the Wild?" combines thought provoking poetry, stunning pictures, and informative non-fiction facts into one book that will mesmerize kids and challenge adults. It is a great book for teachers to aid in science and literature instruction as well as for parents to enhance their child's education at home in an extremely entertaining way. This book should be in every child's or elementary teacher's library. It is such a interesting book that when I'm not using it in my classroom, I plan to display it as a coffee table book. You have to see the book's detail to appreciate its beauty.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful mix of information, word play and photos, September 26, 2007

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Deb L. Marciano (Chestertown, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Where in the Wild?: Camouflaged Creatures Concealed... and Revealed (Hardcover)

In this exceptional integration of language, photography, and informational text, poetic verse introduces the animals hidden in their natural environments. These descriptive clues will lure readers into the intriguing photos to locate the camouflaged animal. With a flip of the page, each animal is highlighted against the photos' backgrounds, where more information about the animal awaits.



Reviewer's Name: Deb Marciano