A Z Of All Animals

Featuring an array of creatures from alligator to zebra, this ABC of animals is a fun way for kids to learn about nature and the alphabet A is for Alligator, B is for Bear, C is for . . .' Children love animals, and this A-Z picture book presents 26 exciting creatures to discover--including dolphins, elephants, kangaroos, sharks, tigers, and whales. Along with the appealing illustrations, there's a short description of each animal, including its size and appearance, where it lives, what it eats, and other fascinating facts.

Whether it's Andre the aardvark or Zena the zorilla, each of these twenty-six unusual animals are part of a colorful A-Z adventure. Let the journey begin!

Illustrations depict animals and objects that begin with letters of the alphabet.

Does your child often eagerly recognize everything from graceful giraffes to playful pandas in print and real life? Discover exciting times with your youngster while they master the A to Z of animals, with the added bonus of fully immersing into the intricate drawings that accompany each letter. Allow your child to take a magical journey into the vibrant, illustrious animal kingdom that renowned artist Laura Sommer created, using a combination of precise lines and detailed dots, that depict the uniqueness of each creature. Whether you want to learn the alphabet or simply appreciate an interesting selection of stunning illustrations, then this book is for you! This book features child-friendly font with both uppercase and lowercase letters from A-Z. Each letter is printed in either a primary or secondary color. It features black pen illustrations of the following animals: Alligator, Bison, Cow, Dog, Elephant, Frog, Giraffe, Hippopotamus, Iguana, Jellyfish, Koala, Llama, Moose, Narwhal, Octopus, Panda, Quail, Raccoon, Sloth, Tiger, Unicorn, Vixen, Wolf, Xerus, Yak and Zebra.

The ancient Greeks and Romans lived in a world teeming with animals. Animals were integral to ancient commerce, war, love, literature and art. Inside the city they were found as pets, pests, and parasites. They could be sacred, sacrificed, liminal, workers, or intruders from the wild. Beyond the city domesticated animals were herded and bred for profit and wild animals were hunted for pleasure and gain alike. Specialists like Aristotle, Aelian, Pliny and Seneca studied their anatomy and behavior. Geographers and travelers described new lands in terms of their animals. Animals are to be seen on every possible artistic medium, woven into cloth and inlaid into furniture. They are the subject of proverbs, oaths and dreams. Magicians, physicians and lovers turned to animals and their parts for their crafts. They paraded before kings, inhabited palaces, and entertained the poor in the arena. Quite literally, animals pervaded the ancient world from A-Z. In entries ranging from short to long, Kenneth Kitchell offers insight into this commonly overlooked world, covering representative and intriguing examples of mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Familiar animals such as the cow, dog, fox and donkey are treated along with more exotic animals such as the babirussa, pangolin, and dugong. The evidence adduced ranges from Minoan times to the Late Roman Empire and is taken from archaeology, ancient authors, inscriptions, papyri, coins, mosaics and all other artistic media. Whenever possible reasoned identifications are given for ancient animal names and the realities behind animal lore are brought forth. Why did the ancients think hippopotamuses practiced blood letting on themselves? How do you catch a monkey? Why were hyenas thought to be hermaphroditic? Was there really a vampire moth? Entries are accompanied by full citations to ancient authors and an extensive bibliography. Of use to Classics students and scholars, but written in a style designed to engage anyone interested in Greco-Roman antiquity, Animals in the Ancient World from A to Z reveals the extent and importance of the animal world to the ancient Greeks and Romans. It answers many questions, asks several more, and seeks to stimulate further research in this important field.

This beautifully illustrated full-colour picture book is packed with interesting facts and is perfect for young conservationists and students with a keen interest in the world around us. On this journey through the alphabet, you will encounter some of the world's most beautiful, rare and endangered animals, from the majestic Amur tiger and the curious kakapo, to the misunderstood Tasmanian devil and the shy zebra duiker. Come on an illustrated expedition through the animal kingdom with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins. A 2017 CBCA Honour Book.

An illustrated anthology of 26 of Australia's most fascinating animals from author/illustrator Jennifer Cossins.