Get kids thinking with this primer on sky, land, and sea animal migrations.
According to the Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator." The multi award-winning Gail Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the best-selling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly. Her many honors include the Regina Medal, the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award, and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.
★ "The text pulses with enthusiasm . . . Gibbons’s encouragement to
“get going” is hard to resist. Gibbons makes migration accessible
and endlessly fascinating. An excellent addition to collections
featuring scientific studies of animal behavior and language arts
investigations of how to clearly present information with
enthusiasm."—School Library Journal, Starred Review
"Packing the pages with a plethora of facts, Gibbons details how
far each species migrates, why (for food, for a warmer breeding
spot, etc.), and related tidbits—what the animals do when they
arrive, for example. Children will be absorbed, too, in the
pleasingly retro and vividly hued watercolors of the animals and
their journeys. Covering whole double-page spreads, the
illustrations also feature multiple maps showing each species’
route. A great addition to nonfiction shelves, especially where
animal encyclopedias are popular."—Booklist
"A straightforward, wide-ranging survey that should be a welcome
addition to the nature shelf."—Kirkus Reviews
"This title will appeal to elementary teachers, students, and
readers who are interested saving planet Earth. . . . This is an
excellent depiction of the phenomenon of relocation, and the facts
provided will fascinate even the most reluctant readers. Included
are reasons for migration, migration routes, groups that migrate,
and different modes of migration. The illustrations, done with
black ink, watercolors, and colored pencils, provide beautiful
depictions of each animal and will appeal to all readers. . . .
Lovers of nature and casual readers alike will enjoy all the fun
facts included in this book. Elementary librarians will definitely
want to add this title to their collection."—School Library
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