It's not just an "ABC" book it's an around-the-world animal adventure. Visit animals in all different habitats, biomes, and geographical regions from the cold tundra to the hot deserts, and from the jungles of Africa to the high Himalayan Mountains. Once you've discovered all the animals, turn to the "For Creative Minds" educational section for fun facts and ABC sorting cards (animal classification and plant versus meat eater). All Sylvan Dell titles feature free educational resources at www.SylvanDellPublishing.com, including the "For Creative Minds" Sections and additional teaching activities. The "For Creative Minds" section includes: ABC Animal fun facts and sorting cards Animal classification Meat or plant eaters. 2007 Moonbeam Bronze Award

Award-winning illustrator Karen Jones began her career as a storyboard artist and editorial illustrator but it wasn't until she had children of her own that she discovered her true artistic passion: children's illustration. In addition to Midnight Madness at the Zoo, Karen has illustrated One Odd Day, My Even Day and My Half Day for Arbordale. She has also written and illustrated ABC Safari. Karen and her family live outside of Raleigh, NC. Karen's children join her on many research trips to museums, zoos and aquariums-a tough job, but someone has to do it! Visit Karen's website: http: //www.karenjonesillustration.com/