(3) K-3 Awesome Animal Heroes series. This well-designed early-reader series, suitable for both independent and guided reading settings, introduces wildlife experts and champions of animals. In simply worded text and crisp stock photos, one-page chapters cover each subject's early life and influential work. A "Fun Facts" section and comprehension-testing review questions are appended. Glos. Review covers these Awesome Animal Heroes titles: Eugenie Clark, Jane Goodall, Temple Grandin, Cesar Millan, Jack Hanna, and Steve Irwin.

Reviewer: Rita Soltan

(4) 4-6 Great Naturalists series. These books introduce readers to four prominent and diverse naturalists. Significant events in each individual's life are highlighted, along with their major accomplishments. Informative sidebars, photographs, and illustrations accompany the texts. Though the writing is choppy, the series is useful for exposing children to these noteworthy individuals and their lasting impact on our world. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Naturalists titles: Charles Darwin, Dian Fossey Joseph Banks, and Steve Irwin.

Reviewer: Aimee Chevrette Bear