Book
Stripes of all types / written and illustrated by Susan Stockdale. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1561456950
- ISBN: 9781561456956
- Physical Description: 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill.
- Edition: 1st ed. --
- Publisher: Atlanta : Peachtree Publishers, c2013.
Content descriptions
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 27.86 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Animals > Juvenile fiction. Camouflage (Biology) > Juvenile fiction. Stripes > Juvenile fiction. |
| Genre: | Stories in rhyme. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | ANI JP Stock | 31681002541514 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A patterned parade of animals reveals why stripes occur so often in nature in a story that combines bouncy, alliterative rhymes, engaging illustrations and a glossary of animal facts. By the award-winning author ofCarry Me! - Baker & Taylor
Illustrates the types of stripes that different animals have and describes the ways that stripes help them hide from predators or give them cover while they hunt. - Peachtree Pub Co Inc
A patterned parade of animals comes to life!
Bouncy, alliterative rhyme and gorgeous illustrations introduce readers to a wide range of striped animals. Susan Stockdaleâs bright, detailed paintings help show the many reasons stripes are so often found in nature. An afterword provides more information about each featured animal and where it lives, and explains the role its stripes play. Readers can test their knowledge of animal stripes with a fun matching game at the end! - Random House, Inc.
A patterned parade of animals comes to life!
What kinds of animals have stripes and why do they have them?
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With engaging rhymes and bright, bold images, award-winning author-illustrator Susan Stockdale introduces readers to a range of striped animals, familiar and exotic, and some of the benefits of their patterns. In addition to providing beauty and inspiration, stripes can help a creature communicate with and recognize fellow members of its species, provide camouflage for hunting or hiding, or confuse or scare off predators. From the tiger to the Malaysia tapir, the ring-tailed lemur to the zebra, these stunning striped creatures will delight and fascinate budding naturalists.
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This entrancing companion to Spectacular Spots features energetic rhyming text and beautifully detailed paintings that pop off the page. An afterword tells a little bit more about each animal and where it lives, and readers can test their knowledge of animal stripes with a fun matching game at the end.
