Platypus

Australian Animals / Animales de Australia

by Grace Hansen

This title covers basic information about platypuses, one of Australia's most unique and rare animals! Information in this title covers a platypus's habitat, diet, habits, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

24 pages, Library Binding

Published August 1, 2019

Reviews

[Cara · Rating 4 out of 5]

This nonfiction title for young readers provides a brief introduction the duck-billed platypus, an animal of perennial interest. The text is clearly written, and the page-sized photographs are vivid and engaging. A few of the topics discussed are the platypus’ diet, role in their environment, and how they care for their young. This is rounded out by a glossary of terms and index. Another feature is the Abdo Kids Code, which allows online access for supplemental material.
The book is suggested for preschool to second grade. With its large, simple text and photographs, this book would appeal to that age group. Overall, a good book, though there are likely other books about the same subject on the market. Recommended. (Reviewed by Charles Ross Hughes)

[Meredith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book introduces the animal platypus.

This book, illustrated with full color photographs, gives a basic introduction to platypuses. It describes where they live, their physical characteristics, and what they eat.

Additional facts, a glossary, and an index are included at the back of the book.

[Miss Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

An early elementary nonfiction book about Platypus including habitats and body parts.