Animal facts have never been so funny, in this picture book that celebrates curiosity and communication“Dainty pink birds are my specialty.”“Would a DAINTY bird sound like this? REE-ROH, REE-ROH, HONK, HONK, HONK!”“OH MY! That wasn’t dainty at all.”“We flamingos are full of surprises.”Frank E. Armadillo, Expert Explorer Extraordinaire, can’t help sharing details about their latest discovery: delicate, pretty princess birds! Frank E. knows what flamingos eat (pink cotton candy), where they live (only the swankiest, most exclusive beaches), and even why they stand on one leg (they're practicing to be ballerinas, of course). But then he’s interrupted by a
real-life Flamingo who has some astonishing news for him . . .
In this laugh-out-loud and fact-filled series-opener, Frank discovers they don't know what they don't know, and that real experts ask questions.
On sale: May 12, 2026
Age: 4-8 years
Grade: Preschool - 3
Page count: 48 Pages
ISBN: 9798217114672
Reading level: Lexile: 590L
Brandon Todd made his picture book debut illustrating Dev Petty’s
The Bear Must Go On, which
Booklist called "witty and wonderful" and
Kirkus praised as "a snort-inducing lesson of both bravery and preparation." Brandon is the author/illustrator of
Tou-Can't! and author of The Adventure Friends early reader series for Scholastic. He lives in Missouri with his wife and daughters.
“Funny and conversational . . . silly, smart, and sincere, this title blends humor, design, and science into an engaging celebration of lifelong curiosity.” —
School Library Journal“Humorous [with] a larger message that continuing to ask good questions is the mark of a ‘true expert’ . . . Facts replace fancies in this droll Q&A.” —
Kirkus
“Hilarious and engaging . . . with important lessons about learning and curiosity. . . This title highlights the importance of admitting when we are wrong, asking questions, and doing research, reminding readers that getting facts straight helps us better understand and appreciate the world around us.” —
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