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Iana Kauri Books

Awesome Weird Animals is a delightful and engaging non-fiction board book that’s sure to capture the imagination of young readers. With its vibrant, simple illustrations and intriguing content, this tactile book invites children to discover bizarre and fascinating creatures from around the globe.

The colourful design will immediately appeal to younger children, while the text provides enough interesting and informative detail to keep older children engaged.

Ideal for science lessons, Awesome Weird Animals introduces a variety of strange animals in a fun, accessible way. The text strikes a balance, offering educational tidbits that are both easy to understand and intriguing for kids of all ages. When reviewed by children at school, many couldn’t stop talking about the weird animals they had just learned about, with some even questioning if these creatures were real—a testament to the book’s captivating and often mind-boggling content!

Perfect for sparking curiosity and conversation, this book is a great resource for any classroom or home collection, especially for those looking to expand children’s knowledge of the animal kingdom in a fun, memorable way. It’s a wonderful tool for sparking scientific inquiry in KS1 and KS2 lessons, as well as for encouraging a love of animals and the natural world.

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