Capybaras are the world’s largest and trendiest rodent and beloved across the world (and the internet/social media)—but there’s so much more to know about them! Find out more in this latest title in Kevin McCloskey’s Giggle and Learn series, graphic novels for kids ages 4–7 that blend science, art, and comedy.
Did you know that capybaras can swim like seals? Or that they have fourteen toes? Young readers can learn more about these fascinating animals in this TOON Level 1 reader chock-full of interesting facts and illustrations.
Book Details
Format:
Hardcover
Price:
13.99 USD / 18.99 CAD
Published: 05/19/2026
ISBN: 9781662665776
Imprint:
TOON Books
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 9 x 6
Grades:
Grades K-2
Ages:
5-7 years
“Curious kids explore what makes capybaras so special—and learn that there’s so much more to these oversize rodents than their cute appearance... A visually delightful capybara primer best enjoyed as a read-aloud.”—Kirkus Reviews
“McCloskey’s signature gouache and ink artwork on recycled brown paper is visually pleasing, investing the big mammal with personality and detail. Speech balloons and captions make the variegated page designs fun to parse for information. Kids come away with an appreciation for an unusual wild animal that’s fun to learn about, but that is not pet material.” —Youth Services Book Review
"Ranging from short-lived animal fads to how capybaras interact in the wild, this text is dense with information that would be easily absorbed by emerging readers... readers will enjoy learning about all types of rodents through this book... This book will draw fans of capybaras and will serve as a great introduction to the graphic novel format." —School Library Journal