Find Out About: Animal Babies by Martin Jenkins, Jane McGuinness
Published by Candlewick Press on April 5, 2022
ISBN: 1536220469
Pages: 32
Genres: Animals
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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All animals may have babies, but all babies are not the same! This nonfiction picture book, with full-paged illustrations, highlights the differences among different babies in the animal world, comparing different types of animals based on a variety of factors including size, appearance, birth, and how they are raised. Each page has a short narration in larger font, with more details in smaller font at the bottom of the page.

Find Out About Animal Babies provides a fun introduction into different aspects of the lives of animal babies. While this does not provide a lot of depth into each animal shown, it does provide just enough detail to spark curiosity, particularly with unusual creatures like the Suriname Toad! An index is included, as well as an author’s note with some additional information, however it does not include additional resources. This may be a nice choice for young readers curious about animal babies, or teachers looking to introduce students to the topic.

Reviewed by Regan Parker, Buxton Center Elementary School/MSAD 6