Bilby: Secrets of an Australian Marsupial
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (517 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0763667595 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 32 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-21 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Nestled in a burrow deep underground, she cares for her little one. Soon he must grow up and learn to survive in a harsh environment. Everyone has heard of kangaroos and koalas. Now meet the bilby, an endangered Australian marsupial with silky fur, long ears, and bright eyes.In the hostile Australian desert, a mother bilby gives birth to a baby. Nature-loving readers can follow the story of this elusive marsupial, learning its secrets even as it burrows out of sight.
She is interested in endangered animals worldwide, and her favorite is the bilby. He lives in Australia. Edel Wignell lives in Australia.Mark Jackson is the illustrator of several picture books, including Python by Christopher Cheng. Edel Wignell is a writer, journalist, and poet who has published more than ninety books for children and adults.
A close-up view of an animal likely to be new to readers in this hemisphere.—Kirkus Reviews
What's a bilby? This book contains just about everything a young reader might want to know about the bilby. This endangered Australian marsupial is the star of the picture book and the reader will spend time with a mother bilby and her new baby. You'll discover how the pair lives, what dangers they must watch out for and what life is like in the Outback. Nature lovers and those who like to learn about exotic critters will find this a fascinating read. . and would recommend it to anyone looking for an interesting book to Young Mensan BookParade Bilby follows the journey of an Australian Bilby and her newborn baby in their natural habitat. Together, they explore tunnels, look for food, and face dangerous predators, all while the baby Bilby begins to grow up. The book is complemented by detailed and vibrant illustrations that add to the story. In addition, the book provides many interesting facts about Bilbies, ranging from their physical features to their diet. My cousin, who i. Learning About Bilbies tvtv3 Before reading BILBY, I had never heard of a bilby before. The book does a great job of explaining what one is. It follows a mother bilby as she gives birth and the first few adventures of her baby after he is born until he has grown up and is ready to live on his own. The book is preceded by a note from the author that explains that bilbies are endangered and why they have become that way. The note also mentions that during Easter time