(4) K-3 I Wonder Why series. Simple text in question-and-answer format presents an introduction to dinosaurs, including the unique characteristics of those that lived in the air, on the land, and in the sea. The facts are entirely random and light on real science, but they could stimulate curiosity about the topic. The many illustrations on busy pages include a combination of realistic-looking drawings and humorous cartoons. Ind.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on fish development, this revised book provides an introduction to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for different species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward text; coverage of several species means readers get a general (if occasionally confusing) overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on insect development, this revised edition provides an introduction to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for different species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward text; coverage of several species means readers get a general, if occasionally confusing, overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on baby animal development, these revised books provide introductions to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for a number of different species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward text; coverage of several species means readers get a general (if occasionally confusing) overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and a chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Animal Babies titles: Amphibians and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on baby animal development, these revised books provide introductions to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for a number of different species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward text; coverage of several species means readers get a general (if occasionally confusing) overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and a chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Animal Babies titles: Amphibians and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on baby bird development, this revised book provides an introduction to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for different bird species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward text; coverage of several species means readers get a general (if occasionally confusing) overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) K-3 Animal Babies series. Focusing on baby mammal development, this revised book provides an introduction to behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques for different species. The captioned close-up photos support the straightforward (though occasionally redundant) text; coverage of several species means readers get a general overview of the subject. A life-cycle diagram and a chart comparing the animal classes are appended. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Sethany Rancier Alongi

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as field guides ("You are about to go on an amazing journey"), each somewhat choppy revised text introduces the featured habitat while maps, photographs, and drawings on crowded pages detail the plant and animal life. A "Journey Map" sets the stage, then double-page spreads offer a brief explanation on the left and a "notebook" feature documenting the discoveries on the right. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Amazing Journeys titles: Down a River, Inside a Coral Reef, Up a Rainforest Tree, and To the Depths of the Ocean.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) K-3 Crías series. These revised Spanish-language editions focus on baby animal development, touching on behavior, characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and survival techniques. Large, well-captioned photographs illustrate the science concepts. Life-cycle diagrams and comparison charts are appended. Though some of the information can be confusing, the Spanish translations are accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Crías titles: Anfibios, Aves, Insectos, Mamíferos, Peces, and Reptiles.

Reviewer: Alissa C. Salamone

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as a field guide, this choppy revised text introduces the African termite mound; maps, photographs, and drawings on crowded pages detail what's unique about this ecosystem. A "Journey Map" sets the stage; succeeding double-page spreads offer a brief explanation on the left and a "notebook" feature documenting discoveries on the right. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as field guides ("You are about to go on an amazing journey"), each somewhat choppy revised text introduces the featured habitat while maps, photographs, and drawings on crowded pages detail the plant and animal life. A "Journey Map" sets the stage, then double-page spreads offer a brief explanation on the left and a "notebook" feature documenting the discoveries on the right. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Amazing Journeys titles: Down a River, Inside a Coral Reef, Up a Rainforest Tree, and To the Depths of the Ocean.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as field guides ("You are about to go on an amazing journey"), each somewhat choppy revised text introduces the featured habitat while maps, photographs, and drawings on crowded pages detail the plant and animal life. A "Journey Map" sets the stage, then double-page spreads offer a brief explanation on the left and a "notebook" feature documenting the discoveries on the right. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Amazing Journeys titles: Down a River, Inside a Coral Reef, Up a Rainforest Tree, and To the Depths of the Ocean.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as field guides ("You are about to go on an amazing journey"), each somewhat choppy revised text introduces the featured habitat while maps, photographs, and drawings on crowded pages detail the plant and animal life. A "Journey Map" sets the stage, then double-page spreads offer a brief explanation on the left and a "notebook" feature documenting the discoveries on the right. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Amazing Journeys titles: Down a River, Inside a Coral Reef, Up a Rainforest Tree, and To the Depths of the Ocean.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) 4-6 Amazing Journeys series. Acting as a tour guide ("Here is a map of our space journey"), the somewhat choppy narrative introduces the solar system while photographs and drawings on crowded pages describe the sun and planets (Pluto's status is questioned). A "Journey Map" sets the stage, then double-page spreads offer explanations and "databank" sidebars. Astronomy buffs will find this updated edition informative. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(3) K-3 Animals in Danger series. Accompanied by clear, close-up photos, a simple, straightforward text introduces the concept of endangerment, then discusses the animal, its habitat, its characteristics, and young. Following a few "unusual facts," Theodorou talks about specific threats and conservation efforts. A basic "Fact File," a "World Danger Table," and a list of related groups are appended. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges