Animal Disguises

Scholastic Reader

by Emma Ryan

[Scholastic Reader Level 2]

You'll love learning about these amazing animals...once you find them!

For some animals it pays to be brightly colored and highly noticeable, especially if it frightens away a predator. However, some animals prefer a different approach: hiding in plain sight.

This reader provides a basic introduction to animals that use camouflage. It shows how many animals--in the air, on land, or under the sea--use their camouflage to either evade their enemies or hunt their prey. Whether they're blending in with their environment or looking like another animal altogether, their survival depends entirely on how well they can play hide-and-seek.

Genres: Science, Animals, Nonfiction, Wildlife

32 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2011

Reviews

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lively and interesting Level 2 beginning reader, with wonderful color photos of camouflaged animals on every page. Some were so well hidden that I wondered how the photographer had found them! Kids love hidden pictures and animals that blend with their surroundings. This book will be fascinating for children ages 4-8.

[Rachel Dalton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great Scholastic Reader nonfiction book. This one is designed for first and second graders and includes fascinating pictures of animals of all kinds that can camouflage in their surroundings. I also like that these books introduce students to what a glossary is. Great book for introducing nonfiction literature to students!