Perfectly Hidden: The Animal Kingdom's Fascinating Camouflage
By (Author) Christine Schlitt
Skyhorse Publishing
Sky Pony Press
1st March 2013
United States
Children
Non Fiction
Educational: Biology
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Wildlife and habitats
591.472
Hardback
80
Width 279mm, Height 210mm, Spine 15mm
689g
Have you ever seen a frog that, at first glance, looks like a bump on a log Or have you spotted a stick insect sitting on a tree branch, all but blending in with the bark In Perfectly Hidden, children will learn about the Earths thirty-five best natural masters of disguise! Youll discover surprising images and fascinating facts about many types of animals and insects who have incredible camouflage. Be sure to try to find:
An arctic hare in the white of winter
A pygmy seahorse waiting in a bed of coral
A stick insect camouflaged as a twig on a branch
A crab spider awaiting its prey in a field of flowers
An orchid mantis who looks like a flower petal
And many more!
As you encounter each hard-to-find animal, youll be able to put your camouflage-spotting skills to the test and try to pick out the disguised creature in each picture. Complete with sidebars full of surprising and interesting facts about each animalincluding insight into their clever survival skillsthis is a must-read for every child who loves science and unusual animals. The perfect addition to any elementary classroom!