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Animal Planet Atlas of Animals
Take in a spectacular view of our planet's animal life thorough this book's colorful maps, fascinating facts, and stunning imagery. Travel the globe continent by continent, then explore each habitat to discover what wildlife lives in that region. How do the creatures of the Arctic tundra, the Sahara, or the Himalayas survive in extreme environments? How do they find food and shelter and rear their young? Discover the answers to these habitat-related questions and more. You'll also learn interesting details about a wide variety of animals, from the endangered mountain gorillas in Africa's Congo to deep-sea dwellers at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. An amazing world of animals is ready for you to explore!
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128 pages, Library Binding
First published February 1, 2013
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November 22, 2015Johnson, J. (2013). Animal Planet atlas of animals. Minneapolis, MN: Lerner Publishing Group.
Citation by: Kelly Bowles
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: Ref 591
Content/Scope: This atlas of animals is targeted for elementary school, with a reading level of grades 1-5. Each chapter begins with a map where animals are grouped by continent and then by habitat type. The chapters cover the entire globe. Huge array of sharp, finely detailed pictures paired with facts and observations about each animal and their habitat. Although the atlas does not contain enough detail to be the only place a student researches, it is visually and intellectually stimulating enough to be included in the library.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Animal Planet is considered an authority on animals and habitats around the globe. A wide array of animals are included and photographs are taken from natural habitats, with painted images mirroring those natural photographs precisely.
Arrangement/Presentation: Animals are grouped by continent and then by habitat type. Photographs accompany each animal and are from natural settings. Each spread contains maps, labels, and easily memorable text on size diet, physical features and/or behavior. The oversized book contains an index and acknowledgments, as well as a glossary.
Relation to other works: An atlas specifically geared toward animals and children will be a welcome addition to an elementary school where the 500s are the most popular non-fiction section of the library. The text will allow students to see the interrelationship between species and their habitats to better understand the interconnectivity of our world.
Accessibility/Diversity: The oversized atlas with dual-page spreads is easily accessible. Every continent and habitat is covered in this 128 page book.
Cost: $35.93
Professional Review: Kirkus Reviews. (2013). Animal Planet Atlas of Animals. Kirkus Reviews, 81(18), p. 330.
Citation by: Kelly Bowles
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: Ref 591
Content/Scope: This atlas of animals is targeted for elementary school, with a reading level of grades 1-5. Each chapter begins with a map where animals are grouped by continent and then by habitat type. The chapters cover the entire globe. Huge array of sharp, finely detailed pictures paired with facts and observations about each animal and their habitat. Although the atlas does not contain enough detail to be the only place a student researches, it is visually and intellectually stimulating enough to be included in the library.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Animal Planet is considered an authority on animals and habitats around the globe. A wide array of animals are included and photographs are taken from natural habitats, with painted images mirroring those natural photographs precisely.
Arrangement/Presentation: Animals are grouped by continent and then by habitat type. Photographs accompany each animal and are from natural settings. Each spread contains maps, labels, and easily memorable text on size diet, physical features and/or behavior. The oversized book contains an index and acknowledgments, as well as a glossary.
Relation to other works: An atlas specifically geared toward animals and children will be a welcome addition to an elementary school where the 500s are the most popular non-fiction section of the library. The text will allow students to see the interrelationship between species and their habitats to better understand the interconnectivity of our world.
Accessibility/Diversity: The oversized atlas with dual-page spreads is easily accessible. Every continent and habitat is covered in this 128 page book.
Cost: $35.93
Professional Review: Kirkus Reviews. (2013). Animal Planet Atlas of Animals. Kirkus Reviews, 81(18), p. 330.
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November 22, 2014Johnson, Jinny. (2013). Animal planet atlas of animals. Brookfield, CT: Millbrook Press.
Citation by: Amanda Wilcoxson
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: 591.4
Content/Scope: This atlas of animals is targeted to students in grades 3-6. The atlas features animals from around the world and a detailed look at their region and habitat.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Animal Planet is a well known source on the subject of animals around the world.
Arrangement/Presentation: Each contininet is given it's own section with a topographical map and details about the subregions that make up the area. There is an "In Focus" box that highlights animals in the region, an "In Danger" box that highlights endangered animals in the region, and a "Fit for Life" box that discusses animal adaptations.
Relation to other works: There are similar resources on the market, including those from Animal Planet.
Accessibility/Diversity: The information is more simplistic than comprehensive and students of all ability levels should enjoy this resource. The photographs and maps will be appealing to visual learners.
Cost: $27.00
Professional Review: Print. (2013). School Library Journal, 59(12), 1.
Citation by: Amanda Wilcoxson
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: 591.4
Content/Scope: This atlas of animals is targeted to students in grades 3-6. The atlas features animals from around the world and a detailed look at their region and habitat.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Animal Planet is a well known source on the subject of animals around the world.
Arrangement/Presentation: Each contininet is given it's own section with a topographical map and details about the subregions that make up the area. There is an "In Focus" box that highlights animals in the region, an "In Danger" box that highlights endangered animals in the region, and a "Fit for Life" box that discusses animal adaptations.
Relation to other works: There are similar resources on the market, including those from Animal Planet.
Accessibility/Diversity: The information is more simplistic than comprehensive and students of all ability levels should enjoy this resource. The photographs and maps will be appealing to visual learners.
Cost: $27.00
Professional Review: Print. (2013). School Library Journal, 59(12), 1.
July 29, 2014
This wildlife encyclopedic atlas uses a brilliant combination of photography and illustration to showcase a multitude of animals across the globe. The format is well-done and reader friendly. I love that you can read it from cover to cover and browse and read little snippets about the animals that interest you most.
September 9, 2016
Very colorful and informative. Filled with a vast collection of animals and where their homes are on earth. Each location is given a basic breakdown of the environment, a map (this is an atlas) and pictures of some of the animals that can be found there. Everything is nicely balanced between pictures of text. Great resource for children who love animals.
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October 30, 2013
Absolutely beautiful and vibrant pictures. Love the layout, it is easy to find what you are looking for. I would purchase this book for myself; I love animals and animal facts. This would be a great addition to any library or classroom.
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