Never Smile at a Monkey: And 17 Other Important Things to Remember

Written and illustrated by Steve Jenkins

Wild animals are fascinating! Larger animals like tigers, sharks, and crocodiles are obviously dangerous, but did you know that some smaller creatures are equally as deadly? For instance, did you know that you should never collect a cone shell? Did you know that the cane toad is extremely venomous? I bet you also thought smiling at rhesus monkeys was completely harmless; but you should never do that either!

What was the most interesting fact about a deadly creature that you learned from this book? You can research using the library's online resources to find out more about your favorite animal. (Ask Mrs. Jankowski for the login information!)