Este autor explora temas de ciencia y el mundo natural, basándose en una infancia rodeada de animales y experimentos. Su temprana pasión por el descubrimiento y sus frecuentes mudanzas moldearon su visión del mundo, la cual se refleja en sus narrativas. Con un agudo sentido del detalle y una apreciación por lo maravilloso, su obra a menudo se centra en la curiosidad de las mentes jóvenes. Las colaboraciones con otros creadores, incluida su esposa, enriquecen su estilo narrativo con profundidad visual y argumental.
A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails in this beautifully illustrated interactive guessing book by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page.
Features animals smooth and spiky, fast and slow, that hop and waddle. In this title, sections such as Animal Senses, Animal Extremes, and The Story of Life burst with facts and infographics that will have trivia buffs asking, Do you know a termite queen can produce up to 30,000 eggs a day?.
'Funny, moving, and heartwarming. The greatest love story ever told between two men and their pig. '- Ricky Gervais
Provides a top-to-bottom look at the ocean, from birds and waves to thermal vents and ooze.
How many species are there across the globe? How much do all of the insects in the world collectively weigh? How far can animals travel? Steve Jenkins answers these questions and many more with numbers, images, innovation, and authoritative science in his latest work of illustrated nonfiction . Jenkins layers his signature cut-paper illustrations alongside computer graphics and a text that is teeming with fresh, unexpected, and accurate zoological information ready for readers to easily devour. The level of scientific research paired with Jenkins’ creativity and accessible infographics is unmatched and sure to wow fans old and new.
An oversize picture book that shows animals, both large and small, at actual size
From Caldecott Honor winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page comes an early introduction to one of young readers favorite places: the zoo! Just a few things that a zookeeper might do at their job to keep their animals healthy, well fed, and safe would be to brush a hippo's tusks, play soccer with a rhino, or pretend to be a vulture's mother.
Did you know you share your home with monsters?! In this book explore the menagerie of tiny and unusual creatures - arthropods (insects, mites, and spiders) - found in our lawns and gardens, our food, our beds, our clothes, and even our eyelashes.
Twenty-Five Animals Explain Why They Look the Way They Do
The book features a charming dialogue between a curious character and an axolotl, exploring the unique adaptations of this fascinating amphibian. Through their conversation, readers learn about the axolotl's gills, which allow it to breathe underwater, highlighting the wonders of nature. The story combines humor and education, making it an engaging read for children interested in animals and their environments.
Exploring the vibrant world of animals, this book showcases a variety of species, from familiar favorites to rare finds, all depicted in striking illustrations. It delves into the significance of color in the animal kingdom, explaining how hues and patterns aid in survival—whether for warning predators, attracting mates, or camouflage. With insights into the unique adaptations of creatures like the scarlet ibis and the long-wattled umbrella bird, it offers a captivating look at nature's palette and its evolutionary purposes.