Penguins (Smithsonian) (Hardcover)

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Product Description

Did you know that:

• Penguins are champion swimmers.
• They spend 75 percent of their lives in water.
• They are birds, but they can't fly. Penguins are classified as birds because they have feathers.

Now you can explore a penguin's world by finding out how they can swim so fast, what they eat, and why people need to protect their habitats. Acclaimed science writer Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institution to take you on a journey to the Antarctic region for a close-up look at one of nature's most beloved and sociable animals.

About the Author

Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 200 books for young readers and is the recipient of the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. Mr. Simon lives in Great Neck, New York.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Collins (October 16, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060283955
• ISBN-13: 978-0060283957
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #258,199 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!, January 13, 2009

By	Pamela L. Kucera - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was very pleased with this book, especially for the price. It had wonderful photography and was very detailed. The gift recipient was very happy with the book.