A Journey Down Under: Some of Australia's Amazing Creatures

Did you know that the perentie lizard can run up to twenty-five miles per hour or that a baby platypus is called a puggle? Come learn about the amazing animals of Australia! With whimsical rhyming text and stunning jewel-toned watercolor illustrations, the animal inhabitants of Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the surrounding islands are brought to life in this engaging nonfiction picture book. Children will learn about the region’s well-known favorites such as the koala or kookaburra, as well as more unusual creatures like the echidna and the quoll. Each beautiful spread shares the wonder and beauty of this special region.