Project Description

Curious About Mammals
Part of Discovering Nature
by Cathryn Sill
illustrated by John Sill
What is a mammal? Young readers will discover simple yet compelling answers in this beautiful board book from Cathryn and John Sills’ Discovering Nature series.
Educator and award-winning author Cathryn Sill introduces toddlers and preschoolers to the concept of mammals using pared-down, easy-to-understand facts about where they live, what they eat, and how they move. The book features simple, relatable truths like “All mammals have hair. All baby mammals drink milk…. Some mammals swim. Some mammals fly.”
Noted wildlife artist John Sill adds context with beautiful, realistic watercolor illustrations of a variety of mammals—from the recognizable dolphin and raccoon to animals that may be newer to young readers, like the Muskox and the Big Brown Bat.
The Discovering Nature series is a dependable and informative nonfiction resource for helping toddlers and preschoolers explore basic animal and nature concepts. Perfect for a variety of early childhood education units and at-home learning.
Also by Cathryn and John Still:
Curious About Birds
Curious About Insects
Price: $6.99
ISBN: 978-1-68263-198-0
Publication Date: 8/1/2020
Page Count: 22
Size: 6-3/4″ x 6-3/4″
Age Range: 2 – 6
Language: English
Themes: Mammals, Nature, Habitats, Animal Behavior
BISAC 1: JNF003140 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Mammals
BISAC 2: JNF051150 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Zoology
BISAC 3: JNF051100 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems
Reviews
“Readers will appreciate the realistic, up-close portrayals offered by Sill’s detailed paintings.” —Booklist
“Offers youngest readers a pleasing introduction to what makes a mammal a mammal.” —Publishers Weekly
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Meet the Author

Cathryn Sill, a graduate of Western Carolina University, was an elementary school teacher for thirty years. She lives in North Carolina.
Meet the Illustrator

John Sill holds a BS in wildlife biology from North Carolina State University. Combining his knowledge of wildlife and artistic skill, John has achieved an impressive reputation as a wildlife artist and received several awards. He lives in North Carolina. You can visit his website here.