Are You a Dragonfly? (Backyard Books)

ISBN 10: 1442007834 ISBN 13: 9781442007833

Synopsis

This series of books is the perfect introduction to the natural world for young children of pre-school age. Each book uses a series of statements, complemented by detailed and imaginative artwork, to help children differentiate between themselves as humans and a particular small animal. Most of these animals can be found just outside the back door, and will be familiar to children. The statements relate to the animal's appearance, life cycle, appetite and predators. They are fun - in some instances, grisly! - and informative. The books are suitable for parents to read alound or for the child to read alone.

About this title

About the Author:

Judy Allen is a high-profile author who has won prizes both in the UK and the US: 1987 Christopher Award (US); 1988 Whitbread Children's Award; 1989 Friends of the Earth "Earthworm" Award; 1995 Washington State Children's Choice Award (US); She has also had several books chosen as Reading Rainbows (US). Tudor Humphries trained as a theatre costume and set designer before becoming a teacher of life drawing and landscape painting. As an illustrator, he has worked with Judy Allen on many successful animal titles for children, including Elephant and Tiger, both published by Walker Books in 1992 in the 'Animals at Risk' series. His most recent titles include Hiding (1997) and A Floating World (1998).

From the Back Cover:

This enchanting book is a perfect introduction to the world of the dragonfly. Witty text and charming illustrations bring a familiar, small creature sympathetically to life. An ideal book for reading aloud or as a first reader, young children will be fascinated by this tiny life found just outside their back door.

About this edition

• ISBN 10: 1442007834
• ISBN 13: 9781442007833
• Binding: Library Binding