 This nonfiction picture book colorfully and innovatively educates readers about various types of monkeys from around the world without being pedantic. Jazzy illustrations resembling a graphic arts styled poster accurately depict several species of monkeys. Readers learn about how monkeys evolved, the classification of the Primate group, the difference between Old and New World monkeys, unique characteristics of monkeys, monkey mythology, and the impact of the deforestation of the rainforest. With helpful examples, guiding illustrations, and comical phrases like “‘But why such colorful bums?’ I hear you ask” will leave readers feeling like they are on a lively safari. ema |
| Title: Mad About Monkeys Author: Owen Davey Illustrator: Owen Davey Publisher: Flying Eye Books Copyright: 2015 Original Language: English ISBN: 978-1-909263-57-4 Hardcover pages: 40 Age range: 5-10 Genre: Picture Book, Nonfiction, Information Book Book setting: Around the World Author’s ethnicity: English Author’s residence: Leicester Illustrator’s ethnicity: English Illustrator’s residence: Leicester Subjects: Fact book, Monkeys, Jungles, Rainforests |
Mad About Monkeys
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