Hide and Seek: Wild Animal Groups in North America, by Caroline Fernandez – Honest Thoughts.

The educational and interactive story, Hide and Seek: Wild Animals Groups in North America, written by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Erin Mercer, is a memorable story with creative illustrations of different animals targeted for kids aged 4 – 7. It includes an alphabetical list of all the animals in the book, a look-and-match activity, and a fill-in-the-blanks section. The book also features a range of hands-on activities, making it an engaging educational resource. These activities, along with the informative collective noun section, full-colour illustrations with hidden animals to seek, definitions, and fun facts about the animal, make it a must-have in classrooms or for educational activities.   

Each page of the book included information and fun. The story are paired by facts about each animal and an activity that challenges kids to find a specific animal in the detailed illustration. This illustration features over 50 animals in various poses, facial expressions, and actions, sparking curiosity and excitement in young readers on each page.  

Overall, this book serves as a valuable resource for teaching children about the animals of North America. Incorporating visuals alongside the information enhances the learning experience and helps children create mental images that connect the facts to the illustrations. This approach can significantly strengthen their understanding and gain of wildlife. It is an excellent way of learning about animals in North America.