| Author | : Sarah Creese |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : |
| Release | : 2020 |
| Genre | : Animals |
| ISBN | : 9781789470154 |
Did you know that a group of zebras is called a dazzle? Look inside and join the fun as you discover the names for more animal groups, from a crash of rhinos to a tower of giraffes!
| Author | : Timothy M. Caro |
| Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
| Total Pages | : 319 |
| Release | : 2016-12-05 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 022641101X |
Why do zebras have stripes? Popular explanations range from camouflage to confusion of predators, social facilitation, and even temperature regulation. It is a challenge to test these proposals on large animals living in the wild, but using a combination of careful observations, simple field experiments, comparative information, and logic, Caro concludes that black-and-white stripes are an adaptation to thwart biting fly attack.
| Author | : Joshua David Stein |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 29 |
| Release | : 2022-03-08 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 0593385446 |
Celebrate the beauty and strength of solitude with this poetic observation of the animal kingdom and those who move through it on their very own. That silvery cloud swimming in the sea is actually a school of fish. That splash and crash is a pod of whales, sounding. Behold, a fever of stingrays gliding by. But what do you call a group of octopuses? A tangle of octopuses? A chandelier of octopuses? A multipus of octopuses? No, octopuses prefer to be alone. The octopus is a solitary animal. This lyrical, nonfiction text honors animals who live in solitude, in contrast to others who live in groups. Against a backdrop of the specific names of various animal tribes (a parade of elephants, a tower of giraffes, a dazzle of zebras), Stein shines a spotlight on those animals who go through life on their own. With nature at his back, Stein invites readers to draw strength and comfort from the behaviors of fellow animals. Perfect for children who are introverted or tend to be alone, and their parents...as well as all children, who will be encouraged to respect the "natural" choices of their peers.
| Author | : Samuel Fanous |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2015 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 9781851244454 |
We're all familiar with 'a flock of sheep' but what are the collective nouns for racehorses, pigs, zebras or giraffes? Drawing on a range of sources, from fifteenth-century hunting terms to more recent inventions that have now entered the language, this book collects over 100 examples of the most interesting collective nouns for animals, each illustrated with charming woodcuts by the renowned naturalist engraver of the eighteenth century, Thomas Bewick.Some describe a key characteristic of the animal in question: 'a shrewdness of apes', 'a busyness of ferrets'. Others are delightfully humorous: 'a piddle of puppies', 'a crash of rhinoceroses'.Featuring pets, farmyard animals, big cats and wild beasts, this beautifully presented book is the perfect gift for animal lovers and all those with an interest in this quirky linguistic tradition.
| Author | : Hannah Salyer |
| Publisher | : Clarion Books |
| Total Pages | : 51 |
| Release | : 2020 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1328577880 |
★ "Part natural science, part deep ecology, wholly captivating."--Kirkus, STARRED review ★ "A must-purchase for every collection." --School Library Journal, STARRED review An exquisitely illustrated celebration of animals who live in packs, herds, pods, and more--including humans. Vivid art and exuberant vocabulary are perfect for emerging readers and parents looking for nonfiction picture books for home learning. Packs shows how togetherness and teamwork are the keys to survival of any species, and the many ways we rely on one another.
| Author | : Anna Wright |
| Publisher | : Charlesbridge Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2015-11-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1607349191 |
A drove of pigs, a romp of otters, an ostentation of peacocks, and a tower of giraffes. . . . This clever book introduces young readers to some of the words we use to refer to animals in a group. The ink, watercolor, and fabric collage art is brightly colored and uniquely sets this fun book apart from the crowd. Each page presents information about an animal and its group behavior, such as how geese fly in a V-shape and honk to encourage the leaders, and that sometimes tens of thousand of flamingos meet up in one location. Young readers will have a great time and create a wellspring of new vocabulary words.
| Author | : Woop Studios |
| Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2013-09-17 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 9781452108230 |
This illustrated guide compiles over 2,000 collective nouns and brings them to life in stunningly colorful, graphic artwork from the design dynamos at Woop Studios. Chock-full of treasures of the English language, the diversity of terms collected here covers topics from plants and animals (a parade of elephants, an embarrassment of pandas) to people and things (a pomposity of professors, an exultation of fireworks) and range from the familiar (a pride of lions) to the downright obscure (an ooze of amoebas). Pronunciations, definitions, etymologies, and historical anecdotes make this beautiful book an entertaining read, a standout reference, and a visual treat. Language lovers and art appreciators alike will be captivated by this gem, rich in word and image.
| Author | : Kate Hursthouse |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 56 |
| Release | : 2018-04-29 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9780473422356 |
The vibrant, full colour illustrations by New Zealand artist Kate Hursthouse takes us on a journey to meet some of our world's fabulous, colourful creatures.
