Champion chompers, super stinkers and other poems by extraordinary animals / written by Linda Ashman ; illustrated by Aparna Varma.
| Author/creator | Ashman, Linda author. |
| Other author | Varma, Aparna, illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, [2023] |
| Copyright Date | ©2023 |
| Description | 48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Eat my dust -- Catch me if you can -- Blurred bird -- Slowpoke -- Frequent flyer -- Who turned off the lights? -- Aerie architect -- Toothy tools -- Marine Michelangelo -- Lap happy -- I warned you! -- Champion chomper -- Super stinkers -- Speed eater -- One of a kind -- Practically perfect -- All I need in one trunk -- Hey, small fry! -- The simple life -- Protecting endangered animals -- About measurements and mask poems. |
| Abstract | "Step right up, animal lovers! It's your turn to judge in this poetic competition of superlative animal abilities. Structured as a guessing game competition, and told through deftly crafted persona poems, the book celebrates animals' standout qualities, from the biggest (blue whale) to the smallest (shrew), with all the favorite creatures (speedy cheetahs, long-necked giraffes) plus some less common animals with equally amazing abilities (long-lived tortoises, deep-dwelling snailfish and more). Each playful persona poem is told from the point of view of a different animal and invites readers to guess who's the fastest flyer, strongest biter, best artist -- even the smelliest! The entertaining, spirited poems are followed by a page turn that shows readers if their guess was correct and offers non-fiction information about each critter. At the end of the book, readers are invited to pick their favorite creature -- but with poems this charming, and bright illustrations full of personality, it will be hard to choose. This winning combination of animal science and poetry is a perfect pick for even the youngest animal lovers."-- Provided by publisher |
| General note | Includes poems and factual information about animals, structured in a guessing game format. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 47). |
| Interest age level | Ages 6-9 |
| Interest grade level | Grades 3-5 |
| Audience | NC 1090 Lexile |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| Genre/form | Juvenile works. |
| Genre/form | Poetry. |
| Genre/form | Riddles. |
| Genre/form | Poetry. |
| Genre/form | Creative nonfiction. |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| Genre/form | Riddles. |
| LCCN | 2023286943 |
| ISBN | 9781525303500 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 1525303503 (hardcover) |
| Stock number | Kids Can Pr, C/O Hachette Book Group USA 53 State st 9th Fl, Boston, MA, USA, 02109 SAN 200-2205 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 591.5 AS36C | ✔ Available | Place Hold |