Friday, September 14, 2012

"About Crustaceans: A Guide for Children" book for ages 3-8 by Cathryn Sill & Illustrated by John Sill (GIVEAWAY CLOSED)



ISBN-13: 978-1561454051

This is the third book in the delightful nature series by Carolyn and John Sills that I have reviewed here on Chat With Vera.  This very talented team brings to the young child information that they can understand without compromising the scientific accuracy.  The illustrations are beautiful and so very accurate. 

Again, the book design is simple.  A large picture on the right hand page showing detailed physical characteristics and simple text on the left page with short descriptive scientific title or clue.  In the back of the book there is an afterward that revisits each crustacean giving more detail and information.

The young reader will learn what crustaceans look like, what they eat, where they live.

The book can be read to the very young child or the older reader can delve into it himself.  A treasure to have tucked on a shelf ready for the inquisitive youngster to while away an afternoon learning while he is having fun. I highly recommend this set of books for the home library as well as the school library.

My other reviews:  About Birds and About Arachnids.
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DISCLOSURE: I was provided a complimentary copy of About Crustaceans by Peachtree Publishers in exchange for my honest review.  The giveaway copy will be provided and will be shipped to the winner by Peachtree Publishers as well.


5 comments:

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  2. Hi Vera, Thanks for this great giveaway. I love educational books with nice big glossy photos. Thanks so much for linking into the Kid Lit Blog Hop. So glad you can join us! I am now following you a variety of ways. Hope you'll join us again!

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  4. I would love the opportunity to win this. I'm a new to your blog thanks so much
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  5. Welcome to the Kid Lit Blog Hop! Now, I'm more curious than ever about crustaceans! Thanks for linking in!

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