PERHAPS A GIFT VOUCHER FOR MUM?: MOTHER'S DAY
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Animals have been moving across or between the continents for millennia, and these movements have fascinated and puzzled human observers. From seemingly fragile butterflies up to enormous whales, or tiny birds and solid turtles, dainty zooplankton to determined caribou, the world is full of moving creatures. Aimed at middle primary readers, this fact-packed book is heavily illustrated, the information is presented in simple paragraphs and separate boxes, with maps and colourful illustrations as well as photographs. A very useful resource, but one that carries its messages clearly and accessibly and with a big dose of wonderment! Lindy
Age range 6 to 9
Diane Jackson Hill is a retired primary school teacher who is passionate about connecting children to the beauty of our incredible world. She is also the author of Windcatcher: Migration of the Short-tailed Shearwater (CSIRO Publishing), which made the CBCA Awards Notables list and was awarded a Certificate of Commendation in The Royal Zoological Society of NSW Whitley Awards.
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Animals have been moving across or between the continents for millennia, and these movements have fascinated and puzzled human observers. From seemingly fragile butterflies up to enormous whales, or tiny birds and solid turtles, dainty zooplankton to determined caribou, the world is full of moving creatures. Aimed at middle primary readers, this fact-packed book is heavily illustrated, the information is presented in simple paragraphs and separate boxes, with maps and colourful illustrations as well as photographs. A very useful resource, but one that carries its messages clearly and accessibly and with a big dose of wonderment! Lindy
Animal life cycles, behaviour, and biodiversity are all covered in Animal Migrations, with detailed information, many photographs, a glossary and recommended further reading in awell-designed package. Animal Migrations offers a wealth of information, perfect for assignments, or for anyone wanting to learn more about the animal world. -- Shayne Wardrop * Kids' Book Review * This informative and attractively presented book provides snapshots of migrating animals from across the globe. The journeys are long, dangerous, and often arduous yet will surprise the reader with how complex and determined each species is to reach their destination. -- Kathryn Beilby * Readplus * Divided into sections on flying, walking and swimming migrations, beautiful photographs of creatures such as caribou, wildebeest, whales, penguins, bats, shearwaters, crabs and salmon are shown, and their travels explained. [...] This is a good introduction to this intriguing subject. The text is accurate but not too complicated and tinged with touches of humour. There are maps, a glossary, and an index along with a further reading section. Teachers Notes are available from the CSIRO website. -- Lynne Babbage * CBCA Reading Time *
