DK Braille: Animals

Author DK
Hardcover
$24.99 US
8.88"W x 11.19"H x 0.86"D  
On sale Apr 05, 2016 | 32 Pages | 978-1-4654-3611-5
| Grades 2-4
Designed especially for the young braille reader, this tactile book features a fascinating selection of creatures, from bears and big cats to birds and bugs. 

DK Braille: Animals has everything written in both large print and braille for kids. The facts are accompanied by embossed and tactile images, including a fuzzy lion’s mane and scaly serpent skin.

Discover the fascinating world of animals, from ferocious predators and leaping monkeys to snappy alligators and fantastic frogs. Then test what you have learned with a fun quiz at the end of the book. 

Fully endorsed by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), DK Braille: Animals is a wonderful way for curious readers to discover the animal kingdom.
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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"A winning series that is truly for all board-book readers and their grown-ups." — Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)

"Polished design and execution make this a valuable resource." — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

"What a great addition to the often groundbreaking titles offered by DK." — New York Journal of Books

"I applaud DK Books, a mainstream publisher, for recognizing the needs of Braille readers." — Future Reflections

"[A] hands-on storytime everyone can take part in." — Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

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Designed especially for the young braille reader, this tactile book features a fascinating selection of creatures, from bears and big cats to birds and bugs. 

DK Braille: Animals has everything written in both large print and braille for kids. The facts are accompanied by embossed and tactile images, including a fuzzy lion’s mane and scaly serpent skin.

Discover the fascinating world of animals, from ferocious predators and leaping monkeys to snappy alligators and fantastic frogs. Then test what you have learned with a fun quiz at the end of the book. 

Fully endorsed by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), DK Braille: Animals is a wonderful way for curious readers to discover the animal kingdom.

Author

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

Praise

"A winning series that is truly for all board-book readers and their grown-ups." — Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)

"Polished design and execution make this a valuable resource." — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

"What a great addition to the often groundbreaking titles offered by DK." — New York Journal of Books

"I applaud DK Books, a mainstream publisher, for recognizing the needs of Braille readers." — Future Reflections

"[A] hands-on storytime everyone can take part in." — Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

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