Book details
National Geographic Kids Chapters: Ape Escapes!: and More True Stories of Animals Behaving Badly (NGK Chapters)
Description
This is the first in a series of 4 books that will tell the true and hilarious stories of animals that love hijinks. In this book you'll meet 3 naughty animals, including Fu Manchu, the orangutan escape artist.Fu Manchu lived at the Omaha Zoo and would routinely break out of his habitat to explore the zoo on a nice day. Zookeepers were baffled as to how the ape was escaping, until one day they caught him in the act. Fu Manchu knew how to pick locks. Not only that, he had created his own tool that he used to pick the locks with, which he would store in his mouth so as not to be found out. This and two other charming stories will engage readers and leave them wondering if humans are really the smartest animals.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Content: The book provides informative and factual content about animals, their behaviors, and habitats, making it a great resource for children to learn about wildlife and the importance of conservation in an engaging way.
- Entertaining Stories: 'Ape Escapes!' features captivating true stories of animals behaving in unexpected ways, ensuring that young readers are entertained while also gaining knowledge about animal intelligence and instincts.
- Inspiring Curiosity: By presenting real-life animal escapades, the book encourages children to be curious about the natural world and to explore the fascinating lives of creatures they may not encounter in their daily lives.
- High-Quality Visuals: As with many National Geographic publications, this book includes high-quality photographs and illustrations that complement the text, providing a visual learning experience that can help children better understand and remember the stories and facts presented.