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National Geographic Readers: Level 3
Deadliest Animals
Did you know that a tiny golf ball-sized creature called the blue-ringed octopus contains enough venom to kill 26 adult humans? Or why the Sydney funnel web spider is one of the most dangerous creatures in the world? In this Level 3 book, kids will be fascinated by 12 species that you hope you'll never come across! Sharks, snakes, jellyfish and more—these creatures are among the most threatening—and interesting—in the world!
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48 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2011
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Melissa Stewart
287 books182 followersMelissa Stewart is the award-winning author of more than 180 science and nature books for children. She offers a wide range of programs for schools, libraries, nature centers, and conferences. www.melissa-stewart.com"
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August 1, 2020
While much of Melissa Stewart's Deadliest Animals does contain informative and even enlightening enough factual details regarding some of the most dangerous and deadly animals species found on earth (and yes, I do indeed appreciate that she shows and explains just how dangerous, how lethal and destructive the mosquito is and can be), the deliberate and cinematic sensationalism encountered both textually and illustratively truly leaves more than a bit to be personally desired, as especially many of the presented photographs look and feel rather like terror portraits. And frankly, considering that many if not even the vast majority of snakes are actually non venomous, and that even amongst the truly dangerous and deadly toxic serpents, only a select few are actually inherently potentially lethally threatening to humans, why does Melissa Stewart seem to strive to make all snakes appear as monstrosities of destruction and danger? Furthermore, and quite frankly, I am also getting more than majorly and utterly sick and tired of supposedly non fiction zoology (read science and biology based) book offerings geared to children presenting (as a prime and annoying example) sharks as somehow univocally threatening to humanity, with accompanying pictures that totally remind me of the movie Jaws (as come on, many to most species of sharks are in fact and indeed considerably less dangerous and deadly to and for humans than vice versa and actually often critically endangered, with the undeserved reputation of sharks being ruthless, even evil killing machines one of the main reasons for this sad scenario).
Combined with the fact that I for one have found the attempts at lame humour and truly groan-worthy riddles distracting at best (not to mention off-topic and repetitive as heck), what has really and lastingly soured me on Deadliest Animals is the frustrating lack of any type of source acknowledgments and suggestions for further reading and study (no bibliographical information and details whatsoever) and indeed the sad truth that author Melissa Stewart obviously also does not dare or perhaps even want to realise (and present) that one of the MOST dangerous, that one of the MOST deadly species of animals are human beings, are homo sapiens sapiens. For honestly, if one looks at the level and at the vast amount of both historic and recent destruction we (as members of kingdom animalia) have wrought and continue to cause to the environment, to the world's ecosystems, to other species of animals and yes, also to our own species, humans (humanity) should most definitely have been included (and prominently featured at that) in Deadliest Animals and that we are not, that author Melissa Stewart has not chosen to present us humans as a deadly and dangerous, as a threatening animals species, this does indeed and in fact massively infuriate and frustrate me, and has most definitely moved my star ranking for Deadliest Animals to but one star (and a rather grudging one star rating at that).
Combined with the fact that I for one have found the attempts at lame humour and truly groan-worthy riddles distracting at best (not to mention off-topic and repetitive as heck), what has really and lastingly soured me on Deadliest Animals is the frustrating lack of any type of source acknowledgments and suggestions for further reading and study (no bibliographical information and details whatsoever) and indeed the sad truth that author Melissa Stewart obviously also does not dare or perhaps even want to realise (and present) that one of the MOST dangerous, that one of the MOST deadly species of animals are human beings, are homo sapiens sapiens. For honestly, if one looks at the level and at the vast amount of both historic and recent destruction we (as members of kingdom animalia) have wrought and continue to cause to the environment, to the world's ecosystems, to other species of animals and yes, also to our own species, humans (humanity) should most definitely have been included (and prominently featured at that) in Deadliest Animals and that we are not, that author Melissa Stewart has not chosen to present us humans as a deadly and dangerous, as a threatening animals species, this does indeed and in fact massively infuriate and frustrate me, and has most definitely moved my star ranking for Deadliest Animals to but one star (and a rather grudging one star rating at that).
May 20, 2024
A very interesting book. It is full of great pictures.
January 14, 2020
El libro era bien. Me gustaron los hechos y la información en el libro porque era muy interesante. Recomendaría el libro este libro a mis amigos el la clase de español.
January 19, 2011
While I appreciate the effort to educate youngsters about animals, I worry that books like this may trigger a sort of environmental “mean world syndrome.” The photographs run toward the sensational, and the only attribute of each species discussed is its ability to attack and kill. (Nat Geo, can we please retire the great white shark “Jaws” imagery? Sharks already have a tough enough time clinging to survival without children worrying that a hideous gape-jawed beast is going to eat them alive next time they visit the seashore.)
Note: Some of the images in this book might upset more sensitive children.
Note: Some of the images in this book might upset more sensitive children.
November 22, 2014
Kids are fascinated by powerful, ferocious animals. But what animals are truly dangerous? Stewart grabs kids’ attention and then provides fascinating information. While some animals like the Great White Shark use their deadly features to hunt prey, others depend on these traits for protection. As always, National Geographic readers combine eye-catching photographs with a design that helps new readers learn great facts.
November 5, 2016
Page 27 - Stonefish: are masters of disguise. The blend in well to their rocky surroundings. Unwary predators may step or grab a stonefish and will be surprised by a "painful blast of venom," which can paralyze muscles and possibly result in death!
Page 30-31 Ten Cool Things about Deadly Animals
Glossary and Index
Page 30-31 Ten Cool Things about Deadly Animals
Glossary and Index
February 22, 2020
Great read aloud for my 3rd graders. They enjoyed learning about the different ways animals could be deadly and they were really surprised by some of them! Each section of the book was great for teaching and practicing main idea and details.
October 7, 2012
Interesting early reader on deadliest animals. Love the different text features.
May 17, 2017
What is the deadliest animal? You'd be surprised. Great informational book loaded with text features making it a good teaching resource.
December 8, 2020
the ebook format is not readable properly
the content as such seems to be ok. but the ebook format is very bad, it is unreadable and confusing. Please update this. As of now unless this is updated, it is money down the drain for me.
the content as such seems to be ok. but the ebook format is very bad, it is unreadable and confusing. Please update this. As of now unless this is updated, it is money down the drain for me.
March 8, 2025
I checked this book out in Spanish to help me with comprehension and familiarity with words, and I gotta say that I very much enjoyed this reader. It is informative and appropriate for its intended age group and the pictures were cool! I recommend!
November 13, 2017
Great mentor text to use with students for informational writing.
Possible mini-lessons: author's craft, word choice, organization
Possible mini-lessons: author's craft, word choice, organization
September 11, 2018
I want to read
Okay I guess it was amazing and my daughter loved it and I love this book too about the deadliest animals
Okay I guess it was amazing and my daughter loved it and I love this book too about the deadliest animals
June 9, 2020
It teaches us what to do and not to do around these animals.
February 21, 2021
What a great book
February 27, 2022
As I work to practice my Spanish, this was an interesting informational text to read.
May 11, 2022
Learn all about animals here. So many interesting facts.
July 7, 2021
Strong 7 out of 10
I read this book numerous times as a child and I remember really liking it. I was quite horrified by some of the imagery at the time (especially the gore), but I found this book to be very informative, especially as a young child who didn't know much about these dangerous species. Also, the ending of this book was very surprising the first time I read it, and I was amazed at the time, that had the highest death tolls out of any other animal, although upon reading the other reviews for this book, it's obvious that other humans are the most dangerous species, (e.g, most likely to kill you).
I read this book numerous times as a child and I remember really liking it. I was quite horrified by some of the imagery at the time (especially the gore), but I found this book to be very informative, especially as a young child who didn't know much about these dangerous species. Also, the ending of this book was very surprising the first time I read it, and I was amazed at the time, that had the highest death tolls out of any other animal, although upon reading the other reviews for this book, it's obvious that other humans are the most dangerous species, (e.g, most likely to kill you).
January 1, 2020
Interesting facts you might not know.
March 31, 2013
I love this series and hope National Geographic adds more. Terrific early readers.
August 24, 2013
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January 7, 2015
Awesome, concise facts about the deadliest animals in the world!
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September 4, 2018Published January 11th 2011 by National Geographic Children's Books
Level 3 readers- Fluent readers. Includes a table of contents and a glossary. Informational book on deadliest animals.
Level 3 readers- Fluent readers. Includes a table of contents and a glossary. Informational book on deadliest animals.
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