Move!

Animals move in diverse ways across land, sea, and air to survive. This nonfiction picture book explores the locomotion methods of different creatures, from running cheetahs to swimming penguins to soaring eagles. The text presents facts about animal movement through clear descriptions and comparisons. Paper-cut illustrations demonstrate each animal's motion patterns and physical adaptations. Through its focus on movement, this book reveals the connections between animal behavior and survival in nature. The exploration of how and why creatures move serves as an entry point into understanding broader concepts of adaptation and evolution.

Readers appreciate how this children's science book makes animal movement engaging through its cut-paper illustrations and clear comparisons. Parents note it works well for ages 4-8, with younger children enjoying the pictures while older kids absorb the educational content. Readers highlight: - Simple explanations of complex movements - Interactive elements asking "Can you do it?" - Varied animals from familiar to exotic - Detailed back matter for further learning Common criticisms: - Some find the text too basic for upper elementary students - A few mention wanting more animals included - Paper collage style doesn't appeal to all readers Ratings: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (834 ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (64 ratings) "Perfect for getting kids moving while they learn," notes one teacher reviewer. A parent comments, "My 5-year-old asks to read it repeatedly and tries to mimic the animal movements."

Actual Size by Steve Jenkins This book uses life-sized illustrations of animal body parts to teach size comparison and scale.

What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? by Steve Jenkins, Robin Page Animals use different body parts in unexpected ways to survive in their environments.

How Many Ways Can You Catch a Fly? by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page Different animals use unique methods to accomplish common tasks like catching prey and defending themselves.

Animal Talk by Catherine Ham Animals communicate through varied signals including sounds, movements, colors, and scents.

Living Color by Steve Jenkins Animals use color in different ways for survival, from camouflage to warning signals.

🦒 Animals can move in over 2,000 different ways, from the slow crawl of a snail to the lightning-fast strike of a mantis shrimp. 🏃 A cheetah can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just three seconds—faster than most sports cars. 📚 Author Steve Jenkins has illustrated over 40 children's books about science and nature, earning him a Caldecott Honor for "What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?" 🦎 The book includes unique paper collage illustrations, a signature style that Jenkins developed using hand-painted and textured papers. 🐛 The book demonstrates how movement is essential for survival in nature, whether it's escaping predators, catching prey, or finding a mate.