Witness the lightning-like dart of the chameleon's sticky tongue or the devious devices of the trap-door spider! The Kingfisher First Animal Encyclopedia is a valuable addition to the Kingfisher First Reference series and the perfect introduction to the enduringly popular subject of both wild and domestic animals. Detailed, full color illustrations and photographs present animals in a variety of settings—in their natural habitats, hunting prey, feeding offspring, or engaging in other types of typical behavior. Photographs of children interacting with animals and a variety of clearly-explained activities provide examples of animal behavior or physiology and make this an exceptionally child-friendly book. Special Features: Hands-on activities to reinforce learning. Clear, simple text is inviting and accessible to five- and six-year-old children. Fact boxes and detailed captions provide older children with in-depth information. Simple alphabetical arrangement. Bold, clear headwords. Cross-references. Index and glossary. First and only edition with 160 pages