i am a penguin by barbara todd, illustrations by helen taylor

a picture book presenting the life of penguins in an easy and fun way for the 4-6 age group, using cartoons, rhyming verse and full-colour photography.

this first title in the " i am a ...." series introduces penguins, not only those found in new zealand but also those found overseas, including australia and south africa, making this internationally relevant. the basic aspects of habitat, hunting, social behaviour, breeding and relations with humans are covered.