Butt or Face?

by Kari Lavelle, designed by Michelle Mayhall

40 pages, 4–8 years; published 2023 by Sourcebooks Explore

Kids will love the silliness Kari Lavelle brings to her non-fiction picture book about unique animal heads and heinies. Readers are sure to giggle while gaining knowledge from text that’s often accompanied by a pun or two. This book includes extra factoids in the back matter regarding animal locations and diets. Book designer, Michelle Mayhall, creates wonderful artwork by pairing reference photos with colorful graphics in a fun collage effect. Butt or Face? provides a fun and interactive way to introduce children to non-fiction topics with visuals and jokes that will entertain everyone.