Animals by the Numbers: A Book of Infographics

by Steve Jenkins

 An amazing look at numbers, facts, infographics, and the animals that inhabit them from the Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Steve Jenkins! 

  • Format: eBook
  • ISBN-13/ EAN: 9781328664129
  • ISBN-10: 1328664120
  • Pages: 48
  • Publication Date: 11/01/2016
  • Carton Quantity: 1
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  • About the Book
    How many species are there across the globe?   

    How much do all of the insects in the world collectively weigh?  

    How far can animals travel?  

      

         Steve Jenkins answers these questions and many more with numbers, images, innovation, and authoritative science in his latest work of illustrated nonfiction. Jenkins layers his signature cut-paper illustrations alongside computer graphics and a text that is teeming with fresh, unexpected, and accurate zoological information ready for readers to easily devour. The level of scientific research paired with Jenkins’ creativity and accessible infographics is unmatched and sure to wow fans old and new.

  • About the Author

    Steve Jenkins

    Steve Jenkins has written and illustrated many nonfiction picture books for young readers, including the Caldecott Honor–winning What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? His books have been called stunning, eye-popping, inventive, gorgeous, masterful, extraordinary, playful, irresistible, compelling, engaging, accessible, glorious, and informative. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and frequent collaborator, Robin Page. www.stevejenkinsbooks.com

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    Amazon Best Children’s Books of the Year: NonFiction 

    Book Links’ Lasting Connections 2016 

    Bulletin Blue Ribbon 2016 

    Raleigh News & Observer 

     

    * "...An eminently browsable overview with all the clickbait appeal of websites and paperbacks with redeployed content but with some thoughtful implications about animals... Animal-loving kids, sensationalism-loving kids, and facts-loving kids will be surprised to find common ground here." 

    —Bulletin 

     

    * "Compelling visual presentation makes the information accessible and exciting. Highly recommended for all science collections." 

    —School Library Journal, STARRED review

    * "The intriguing and engaging format of this title is stimulating on a variety of levels, and the approach should appeal to a wide range of students, especially visual learners, something for which educators will be grateful. A brilliantly executed take on a perennially high-interest topic." 

    —Booklist, STARRED review 

     

    * "A special treat for all who love animal statistics." 

    —Kirkus, STARRED review 

     

    "Steve Jenkins’s work... is characterized by exquisite cut- and torn-paper collages, a particular affinity for zoology, a plethora of pithy facts and trivia, and an elegant design aesthetic that allows readers to navigate information-heavy pages without becoming confused or disoriented." —Horn Book

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