About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking those big, persistent questions about how animals work or if they are expressing a mix of fear and fascination regarding predators. This interactive guide moves beyond simple pictures by using unique transparent overlays to peel back the layers of a crocodile's world, from the way their eyes work above water to the secrets of their scaly skin. It turns a potentially scary creature into a subject of scientific wonder. Ideal for the preschool and kindergarten years, this book satisfies the intense curiosity of the little investigator who wants to see under the surface. It provides a safe, structured way to explore the natural world, building vocabulary and observation skills. Parents will appreciate the durable design and the way it encourages quiet, focused exploration as children manipulate the clear pages to see the before and after of nature's designs.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is a secular, direct look at biology. While it touches on the predator-prey relationship, it is handled with scientific detachment rather than sensationalism. There is no depiction of graphic violence.
Ideal Reader
A 4-year-old 'expert' who can name ten different reptiles and loves to take things apart to see how they work. It is perfect for a child who prefers facts over fantasy and enjoys tactile, interactive elements.
