Publisher's Synopsis
Have you ever seen a frog that, at first glance, looks like a bump on a log? Or have you spotted a stick insect sitting on a tree branch, all but blending in with the bark? In Perfectly Hidden, children will learn about the Earth's thirty-five best natural masters of disguise! You'll discover surprising images and fascinating facts about many types of animals and insects who have incredible camouflage. Be sure to try to find:
An arctic hare in the white of winter
A pygmy seahorse waiting in a bed of coral
A stick insect camouflaged as a twig on a branch
A crab spider awaiting its prey in a field of flowers
An orchid mantis who looks like a flower petal
And many more!
As you encounter each hard-to-find animal, you'll be able to put your camouflage-spotting skills to the test and try to pick out the disguised creature in each picture. Complete with sidebars full of surprising and interesting facts about each animal-including insight into their clever survival skills-this is a must-read for every child who loves science and unusual animals. The perfect addition to any elementary classroom!
