How Do Meerkats Order Pizza?: Wild Facts about Animals and the Scientists Who Study Them

In this "pleasing and informative" (Kirkus Reviews) illustrated nonfiction book for middle grade readers, Brooke Barker of Sad Animal Facts introduces readers to incredible animals and the bizarre things human scientists do to understand them.

Did you know that crows never forget a face? Or that jaguars have a favorite cologne? Have you ever wondered how to pet a yeti crab? Or whether dogs can tell if you're smiling? And just what is a burrowing bettong?

Meet these weird, wonderful animals and the equally weird and wonderful scientists who study them. From crafting fake poop to slurping up bugs with a straw, there's nothing these amazing humans won't do to help us learn more about the animals around us. Packed with fascinating facts, this hilarious book from the bestselling creator of Sad Animal Facts reveals secrets like why roosters crow and how meerkats make decisions as a group--and how humans can better understand the wild creatures we share the planet with.

Author: Brooke Barker
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/24/2023
Pages: 200
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.90w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781665901611
ISBN10: 1665901616
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals | General
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | General (See Also Headings Under Animals
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Science & Nature

About the Author
Brooke Barker is a writer and illustrator who lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her successful Instagram account became the basis for her book, Sad Animal Facts. Brooke is also the author of How Do Meerkats Order Pizza★. Her favorite animal is the Malayan tapir. Follow her on Instagram @SadAnimalFacts.