The Egg Book
DK

Watch every remarkable stage of baby animals hatching from their eggs. Many animals start life inside eggs and this book explores these magical capsules in detail, with stunning photographs of the moment the creatures emerge. Featuring more than 20 animals - including a penguin, a tortoise, and even a slug - this book documents the moment of hatching step by step. Learn how birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates hatch from their eggs, as well as what happens inside an egg's shell. See the biggest egg in the world hatching, find out which animals have jellylike eggs, and which animals' egg cases are known as "mermaids' purses".

With expert information and jaw-dropping photography, The Egg Book is the ideal gift for any child with a love of nature and baby animals