My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals

For Little Animal Lovers Who Want to Know Everything

Author DK
Ebook
On sale Mar 03, 2026 | 224 Pages | 9798217132652

This exciting introduction to animals is brimming with facts about the diverse wildlife that inhabits our extraordinary planet.

Delve into the world of different majestic creatures and learn about their diets, habits, and our own connection to the animal kingdom in this encyclopedia for children aged 5-9.

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals introduces kids to the animals that coexist with us on Earth and the importance of protecting the rich biodiversity that surrounds them. From peacocks and frogs to sharks and dogs, this book is the ideal guide for young, curious minds eager to learn all about different animals and where they live.

This children’s animal encyclopedia offers:
  • An immersive learning experience combining fun, friendly, and accessible text with bright illustrations and photography.
  • An exciting reissue of a bestselling book in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
  • Chapters on: Land Animals, Aquatic Animals, Remarkable Reptiles, Minibeasts, and much more.
This children’s encyclopedia blends striking photography with lively text for early learners to explore the animal kingdom. This makes it the ideal first reference book for kids aged 5-9 for hours of enjoyment, whether for shared reading at bedtime or for reading alone. Filled with fun facts and colorful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals will feed children’s imagination and quench their thirst for knowledge.

More in the Series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, explore magical stories from around the world with Very Important Myths and Legends, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in Very Important Dinosaurs.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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This exciting introduction to animals is brimming with facts about the diverse wildlife that inhabits our extraordinary planet.

Delve into the world of different majestic creatures and learn about their diets, habits, and our own connection to the animal kingdom in this encyclopedia for children aged 5-9.

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals introduces kids to the animals that coexist with us on Earth and the importance of protecting the rich biodiversity that surrounds them. From peacocks and frogs to sharks and dogs, this book is the ideal guide for young, curious minds eager to learn all about different animals and where they live.

This children’s animal encyclopedia offers:
  • An immersive learning experience combining fun, friendly, and accessible text with bright illustrations and photography.
  • An exciting reissue of a bestselling book in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
  • Chapters on: Land Animals, Aquatic Animals, Remarkable Reptiles, Minibeasts, and much more.
This children’s encyclopedia blends striking photography with lively text for early learners to explore the animal kingdom. This makes it the ideal first reference book for kids aged 5-9 for hours of enjoyment, whether for shared reading at bedtime or for reading alone. Filled with fun facts and colorful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals will feed children’s imagination and quench their thirst for knowledge.

More in the Series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, explore magical stories from around the world with Very Important Myths and Legends, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in Very Important Dinosaurs.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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