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2002
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2002 Hackmatack

Children's Choice Book Award/Prix littéraire - le choix de jeunes

Explore the world of these fascinating and unique birds as noted science writer and photographer Wayne Lynch takes us around the world to visit communities of penguins. Spectacular photographs and a fact-filled text provide a thorough introduction to the lives and habits of these often comical creatures. Learn about the different types of penguins, how they move, what they eat, mating, family life and life cycles, their enemies and much, much more! Young readers will no doubt especially enjoy the section on penguin "poo", but its all good science! Whether you are doing a serious science project or just want to browse and enjoy the pictures this book is sure to make you a penguin fan!

A book to be enjoyed by all readers age 9 and up. (Grown-ups too!)