Product Description
by Kevin McCloskey (Author)
"With easily digestible doses of biological and historical background, common-sense cautionary notes, and a buoyant tone, this is an appealing dive for newly independent readers out to enhance the household menagerie. An ideal lead-in to more specific guides to aquarium setup and fish care."--Kirkus Reviews
The facts behind a fish that's worth its weight in gold.Some fish breathe air and some fish fly, but often the most wonderful fish of all turns out to be the one you've got at home. In another amazingly educational offering of the beloved Giggle and Learn series, Kevin McCloskey blends science, art, and comedy to reveal the true story behind the common goldfish--from its origins as a special gift for emperors to what makes them so special today. There's a lot to find from the critters in your fishtank--just read and find out! Kevin McCloskey's bestselling Giggle and Learn series blends facts and fun to entertain young readers about common creatures.
Author Biography
Kevin McCloskey teaches illustration at Kutztown University in Pennsylvania. He has traveled the country from the Franklin Institute, Philadelphia to the California Academy of Sciences sharing fascinating facts about common creatures. Kevin says he discovered many things about goldfish thanks to his son, Daniel, and that he has about seventeen fish now.
Number of Pages: 36
Dimensions: 0.24 x 5.83 x 8.82 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: April 18, 2023
