Penguins!
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$925
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2007 · Est. 36 min read

Penguins!

By Laurence Pringle, Meryl Learnihan Henderson (Illustrator)

Part of the Strange and Wonderful series

Discover the diverse world of penguins, from towering emperors to tiny blues, across unexpected habitats.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 18 ratings
32 pages· 3,166 words· Est. 36 min read
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Journey into the captivating world of penguins, where seventeen unique species thrive in diverse habitats. From the towering emperor penguin of the Antarctic to the tiny blue penguin of southern Australia, each bird reveals surprising adaptations and behaviors. This exploration promises to intrigue even the most dedicated penguin enthusiasts, offering fresh insights into these beloved creatures. What secrets do these remarkable birds hold in their varied environments?

From the publisher

Laurence Pringle’s fascinating and informative book, with stunning illustrations by Meryl Henderson, introduces young readers to the life and behavior of one of nature’s most remarkable–and most popular–birds. The seventeen species of penguin come in all sizes and live in a surprising range of habitats. Readers familiar with the emperor penguin that stands almost four feet tall and lives in the Antarctic may be surprised to encounter the little blue penguin that’s only about sixteen inches high and hops ashore into the green forests of southern Australia and southern New Zealand. This book is packed with such a wealth of information, even penguin enthusiasts are bound to learn something new.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
3,166
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
950L
Themes & topics
Books about birdsBooks about science and natureBooks about marine lifeBooks about zoologyBooks about arctic and antarctic
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.6
F&P level
~W
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
114372
Publication
Published
September 1, 2013
First published
March 1, 2007
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781620915912

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