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Why Don't Fish Drown?: And Other Vital Questions about the Animal Kingdom

This book is an irreverent and informative introduction to intriguing questions about natural history and animals, marketed to readers ages 8 to 12. It delves into the fascinating world of the animal kingdom, exploring questions like why humans don’t have tails, why dogs can’t talk, and why sharks need such large teeth.

The book is structured around twenty-two questions, each accompanied by detailed illustrations, photographs, or diagrams. These visuals help children understand how some animals share characteristics while others adapt to survive in the same environment.

Lighthearted yet sophisticated and inventive in its content, Why Don’t Fish Drown? encourages children to develop their curiosity and confidence in asking and investigating questions that pique their interest.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

  • $19.95
    • 96 pages (13.97 oz)
    • 7.7" x 10.4" x 0.6"
    • ISBN 9780500651261
    • Publisher: Thames & Hudson

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