Amanda Fritche

“What if you had Animal teeth!?”

Sandra Markle, 2013, Scholastic
ISBN Number [978-0-545-48438-1]

Synopsis of the Book

What if you lost your teeth and grew animal teeth instead? What animal’s teeth would you choose? Would you choose the mighty elephant’s tusk? Or the venomous bite of a rattlesnake? Did you know Hippopotamus teeth clean themselves? Personally I’d choose great white shark teeth and rack up that tooth fairy money.  “What if you had Animal Teeth!?” is a fun, creative book filled with tons of interesting animal facts and photographs. This story allows children to think creatively, use inquiry, and learn about a key component of survival; consumption.

Science Connections

First grade Science:

This book displays characteristics and variation between living organisms.

In addition, consumption is necessary for life.

Teaching Connections

Younger children can be given the opportunity to choose which animal teeth they would prefer. They can then create a picture and writing piece to defend their decision.

Resources

There are a number of books in this fun informative collection, including, “What if you had Animal Ears!?”, “What if you had Animal Feet!?” and “What if you had Animal Hair!?”