Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead - Hardcover

by Brooke Hartman (Author), María García (Illustrator)

They're fluffy. They're funny. They could kill you--and your kid won't stop talking about them.

In Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead, author Brooke Hartman and illustrator María García deliver a laugh-out-loud STEM picture book that flips the script on adorable wildlife. Each page dives into the shockingly dangerous traits of nature's cutest creatures--think venomous slow lorises, surprisingly savage ladybugs, and owls with a taste for everything. Blending educational content with a wink of humor, this book makes science as thrilling as it is unforgettable.

Perfect for curious kids ages 6-8, this nonfiction gem transforms biology into bold, comic-style storytelling. Readers will discover how the fluffiest faces conceal claws, poison, or perfectly tuned predatory instincts--learning real animal facts through engaging visuals and fun narration. Whether it's for a bedtime read, a classroom conversation-starter, or a "Did you know?" battle on a road trip, this book sneaks in fascinating STEM lessons under the guise of pure entertainment.

Praised by parents, librarians, and educators alike, Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead is a hilarious introduction to the natural world's most unexpected predators. For fans of Weird But True, Butt or Face?, and the wild facts of YouTube's Casual Geographic, it's a reminder that sometimes, the most adorable animals are also the fiercest.