Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist): A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica

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Michelle LaRue Pham Quang Phuc

Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist)

A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica

Michelle LaRue, Pham Quang Phuc, Neon Squid

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NEON SQUID
30 August 2022

Children's & Educational; Wildlife (Children's&YA)

Series: Young Zoologist

You might know that emperor penguins are the largest penguin species, but there's so much more to learn about this flightless bird. Turn the pages to discover what makes them undertake epic journeys every year, and how scientists have spotted their poo from space! Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains what makes emperor penguins such great ocean swimmers, and how their cute chicks manage to stay warm in freezing Antarctic conditions. It also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change.

By: Michelle LaRue, Neon Squid
Illustrated by: Pham Quang Phuc
Imprint: NEON SQUID
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 227mm, Width: 193mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 284g
ISBN: 9781838992316
ISBN 10: 1838992316
Series: Young Zoologist
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 30 August 2022
Recommended Age: From 5 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Michelle LaRue is a penguin professor and science communicator who teaches Antarctic Marine Science at Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha (University of Canterbury) in New Zealand.

Reviews for Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist): A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica

""Up close and personal with the world’s largest penguin... Informative and winning."" * Kirkus * ""Bite-sized factoids about penguin feathers, feet, and food will stick in a child’s mind long after reading... Simple, charming, and to the point, this is a perfect primer for preschool to Year 3 naturalists."" * School Library Journal * Praise for Young Zoologist series ""What makes this series stand out is that the illustrations, bite-sized facts, and clear labels make it easy for the youngest of readers to navigate the text and absorb the information there."" * Booklist *