Contrary Creatures: Unique Animal Opposites

by James Weinberg

This nonfiction picture book compares and contrasts animal behaviors like migration habits (or lack thereof) and sleeping schedules.

Featuring snow monkeys, sea dragons, peacocks, and more.

Genres: Picture Books, Storytime, Animals, Nonfiction, Nature, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 16, 2018

Reviews

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

James Weinberg's CONTRARY CREATURES is a unique addition to a classroom or child's bookshelf, diving deeper than traditional opposites picture books to explore animal traits & behavior. Unique, colorful artwork captures the eye.

[Sheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun concept book in a few words showing the differences between animals and their traits. Uses many of the ecosystems on the earth and compares and contrasts animals. Good read aloud to young children and they can spot animals they know and others they don't know about.

[Jennifer Kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely nonfiction book for PreK-2 grade. Bright, crisp illustrations and a great way to introduce the word "contrary" as opposites. Author includes brief explanation of each creature at the end of the book. A fabulous introduction to informational reading.

[MeganRuth - Alohamora Open a Book · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple opposites concept book about animals and how they differ. It would make a great non-fiction storytime read aloud, and it could easily be shortened to fit the time.

The illustrations are dots and stunning.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some animals are opposites in size, some are opposites in speed, and some are opposites in habitats. This is a simple book with wonderful comparisons.

[Erin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful illustrations!

[Erin Richards · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun way to compare animals.

[Robin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really liked the use of textures in the illustrations.

[Molly Cluff (Library!) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This would be great for a storytime! It highlights all sorts of animal opposites. Not to mention the pictures are really pretty and colorful and kid-friendly.

[Karla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good

But

Should have real photos

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple and direct with a great juxtaposition of the animals. The illustrations have a unique texture.

[Kate Focht · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fresh take on opposites!

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely illustrations and lots of learning opportunities in this book.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really fantastic non-fiction picture book. Simple but informative text with colorful illustrations. Great read-aloud for 3-5 y/o.

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fantastic illustrations. Not a story, just mostly a list of how animals are different. But it's nicely done and beautiful to look at.

[jeannine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lovely!! Gorgeous illustrations. Excellent vocabulary builder!

[Liam Dawson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A unique read about contrasting creatures.

[Chrissy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Storytime: Animals, Opposites

[Morgan the Librarian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cool opposite book for the animal lovers out there.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent simple introduction to various animal characteristics. Am I imagining that the last illustration is reminiscent of Maurice Sendak's Max in Where the Wild Things Are?

[Emily]

animals/ opposites storytime