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Snap! Chomp Your Jaws!

Bob Barner

Pull the flap, then let go for the snap! Curious, animal-loving kids will go wild for this silly and irresistible novelty book series by acclaimed author/illustrator Bob Barner.

Filled with impressive facts about the wild's most remarkable jaws, this clever novelty book takes a fascinating look at some of the planet's strangest creatures, as they chomp and gnash! Simply pull the jaws on each page--and when you let go? SNAP! The jaws clamp back into place, making it appear as if each animal is biting dramatically. Written and illustrated by the distinguished and ever-curious Bob Barner, this innovative "snapping" board book will satisfy even the hungriest of curious minds.

- ANIMALS AND HUMOR: Animals and humor are perennially popular, and this book features fascinating animal facts with a delightfully silly twist.
- PLAY AND LEARN: This interactive, nonfiction novelty book is equal parts educational and entertaining, with novelty elements that invite play while reinforcing facts about the natural world.
- TRIED AND TRUE AUTHOR: Bob Barner's bright, accessible art and deceptively simple approach to engaging children have a proven track record over his long career. With this latest offering, Bob Barner brings his signature art style and passion for nonfiction about the natural world to his youngest readers.
- INNOVATIVE NOVELTY: This playful novelty book features pull-and-release tabs that "snap!" back in to place on EVERY spread.
- EXPANDING A SERIES: Try the companion title, Stick Out Your Tongue!, featuring the same novelty mechanism, with fascinating tongue facts.

Perfect for:

- Young readers who love a surprising interactive element
- Any kid with an interest in animals
- Lovers of weird facts
- Parents, librarians, and teachers looking for a fun, educational, thought-provoking read-aloud

Book Details

  • Publisher: Chronicle Books
  • Publish Date: Aug 17th, 2021
  • Pages: 10
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 7.90in - 6.90in - 0.70in - 0.70lb
  • EAN: 9781452179421
  • Recommended age: 02-04
  • Categories: Animals - GeneralImagination & Play

About the Author

Bob Barner is the award-winning author of many nonfiction books for children, including Dem Bones and Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! He creates artwork with collage, pen, ink, watercolor, and a computer. He lives in San Francisco.

Praise for this book

"Pull-tabs bounce back with a satisfying snap! Let's hope there is a sequel in the works. . . . Jaw-dropping fun."-Kirkus Reviews