Nature leaps off the pages of this magnificent large-format collection, which pairs the award-winning titles The Wildlife ABC and The Wildlife 123. Engaging and enriching, this collection communicates a world of valuable information about wildlife and the natural environment almost wordlessly. Lush and highly detailed illustrations paired with delightful text will keep readers absorbed. Through innovative design, Jan Thornhill has created an interactive learning environment. Young readers can count the animals hiding in the intricate illustrations -- are there really 1,000 tadpoles? (Yes, there are.) The Wildlife ABC & 123 features both exotic and familiar animals from around the globe. Some are endangered species, such as the Asian tiger, and some are animals from our own backyard, like the ant. Special "Nature Notes" at the end of the book provide additional information on each of the featured animals and their environments.