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Animalia

(1986, Non-Fiction - Alphabet, Written by Graeme Base, Illustrated by Graeme Base)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Kids will love this spectacular illustrated book.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness :

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Animalia

Parents need to know that the challenging vocabulary is well supported by vivid artwork. Young children will be eager to point out letters they recognize and to hunt for hidden objects.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about letter sounds. After hunting for hidden objects in the book, trying hunting for objects in your home, at the park, or while riding in the car or on the bus.
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  1. Teen Reviewer
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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    No plot!

    The art is wonderful and intricate, and kids will most likely love it (I did) but the "no plot" thing is annoying. Not very filling.

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    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

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