Photo Ark 1-2-3: An Animal Counting Book in Poetry and Pictures

PreS-K–In this book, readers have the joy of discovering over 270 animals as they count from one to 20. With each number, a different animal trait is introduced alongside images of creatures who share that particular trait, such as “2 you can see through” and “3 that are toothy.” From teeth to tails and from nocturnal to translucent, the animals in this book are both varied and dynamic. Vivid, full-color photographs give readers a clear view of the myriad animals covered, and because each one is labeled, caregivers will be able to effectively name them all. A variety of poems appears alongside the images, and these balance the book by providing time for children to examine the pictures as the story is read aloud. Within these short poems, rich vocabulary is incorporated that enhances the literacy lessons offered by this text. Additionally, colorful, dynamic letters make up the words on each page, which enhance the visual appeal. Several pages of back matter call out each animal once more, while also including the animal’s status in terms of endangerment and where in the world that animal can be found. Fans of Photo Ark ABC will be thrilled about this number-centric companion.