Big Cats! -- Gail Gibbons, Hardcover

The bigger the cats, the bigger the fun! Learn about leopards, lions, and more in this vibrantly-illustrated guide-and what you can do to protect their species.

Padded paws! Extended claws! Readers are in for a roaring good time as they explore the world of cool cats and conservation.

Animal-lovers will devour this sensory romp, learning how big cats see, smell, hear, touch, and taste. Complete with detailed diagrams and resources for helping to protect big cats and their habitats, this brightly-colored nonfiction picture book is as ferociously fun as it is environmentally-conscious.

With hundreds of thousands of books sold, nonfiction master Gail Gibbons' signature simple text and striking illustrations celebrate the majestic power of big cats and continue her tradition of bringing science to curious children.


Author: Gail Gibbons
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 08/12/2025
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780823451685
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2025

About the Author
According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator." Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers on a wide range of subjects. As an artist and a previous graphic designer for SNL, she brings educational information to life with bright, clear illustrations. Her many honors include the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.