Zebra
Malcolm Penny(Author)
Hodder Wayland (Publisher)
Published on 16. May 2002
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-0-7502-3981-3 (ISBN)
Description
Follow a zebra foal as it takes its first steps on an exciting journey through life on the open plains of Africa. Join the young zebra as it takes its place in the herd and learns how to escape from danger. Meet some of the other animals, such as rhinos and giraffe, that share the zebra's habitat. Find out about the threats facing zebras and what can be done to protect them. Discover why zebras have stripes, how fast they can run and why drinking water puts them in danger. Includes an animal map, locator map, life cycle summary, 'unusual fact' boxes, topic web and further information.
Reviews / Votes
"1 This stunning series explores the lives of some of the world's wild animals through their life cycles, natural habitats, food chains and the threats faced daily. - Parents NewsMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hachette Children's Group
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Children/juvenile
Illustrations
Colour photographs and diagrammatic artwork
Dimensions
Height: 10 mm
Width: 225 mm
Thickness: 275 mm
Weight
428 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7502-3981-3 (9780750239813)
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Person
The author, Malcolm Penny, is a zoologist, film-maker and writer. He was formerly a writer and producer of the award-winning 'Survival' television series and has written many books on wildlife and ecology, for both children and adults.