Mack's World of Wonder. The Cutest Baby Animals

"Calling baby animals cute may seem redundant, but this Dutch import does indeed highlight some of the cutest animals on the planet. It divides them into two categories: farm animals — such as pigs, chickens, donkeys, and swans — and animals in the wild, which includes a wide range of animals, from forest deer and Australian koalas to Arctic polar bears and zebras of the African savannah. The first page of each double-page profile comprises a large, full-color photograph of the animal in its natural setting and a paragraph that gives the animals name (e.g. kid for baby goat) and describes its newborn life. The facing page features another large photograph, this time digitally enhanced to create a collage effect, of the animal in action and some accompanying facts. Finally the bottom of this page has a short, illustrated activity that requires observation skills, such as identifying which giraffe has a blue tone. (Yes, they really do!) This overall effect encourages children to both listen and look for animal distinctions beyond their cuteness." — Angela Leeper, Booklist "Fabulous information book filled with fun facts and stories. Beautiful illustrations! I love the questions at the end of each animal. Students will find these simple questions fascinating, and discussions will follow. Book encourages an appreciation for all animals." - ITEEA