[Koalas]-"The clearly written text; simple, spacious
design; and appealing illustrations make this a good choice for children
intrigued by
koalas."
Booklist,
December 1, 2007
[Beavers, Sea Horses, Rabbits]-"These solid,
smoothly written introductions are compelling for their well-organized and
attractively formatted
presentation."
School
Library Journal,
November 2007
[Bees, Anteaters,
Turtles and Tortoises]-"Each of these smoothly written introductions
describes the animal’s basic anatomy, major physical and behavioral
characteristics, the distinctive features of several different species,
habitats, diets, and life
cycles."
School Library
Journal,
May 2007
[Buffalo]- "I recommend this
book highly for its information, illustrations, and
organization."
Science
Books & Films,
March/April 2007
[Moose]-
"Moose
would
be a good addition to a school library and would also make a nice gift to any
child interested in
animals."
Science Books
& Films,
March/April 2007
[Hippopotamuses]-
"Facts about its size and power will engage readers as much as the crisp,
full-color photographs showcasing the creature’s many endearing features,
from its "teddy-bear ears" to its "tasseled
tail.""
Booklist,
January 1, 2007
[Moose, Porcupines, Buffalo]- "Fine, quality
additions to libraries of all sizes looking for more material on these animals,
these volumes are good for reports as well as for
browsing."
School Library
Journal,
February 2006
[Cheetahs, Camels,
Rhinoceroses]- "These visually appealing titles are useful as well as
delightful to read."
School
Library Journal,
February 2005
[Seals,
Crocodiles]-"Striking, full-page photos and useful range maps, accompanied by
clear, short sentences and easily found definitions, provide budding naturalists
or young report writers with solid introductory
resources."
School Library
Journal,
February 2003
[Leopards, Wolves, Dolphins,
Seals, Crocodiles,
Gorillas]-"Recommended."
Booklist,
December 15, 2002
[Lizards, Snakes]-"Libraries with a heavy demand for
materials on these popular reptiles will find these books to be useful
additions."
School Library
Journal,
June 2002
[Giraffes, Penguins]-"These
fact-filled books will delight readers....these colorful titles will be a hit
with animal lovers and report
writers."
School Library
Journal,
February 2002
[Spiders, Snakes, Sharks,
Giraffes]-"Short chapters and the easy-to-read typeface will encourage reluctant
readers."
The Horn Book
Guide,
January-June 2002
[Penguins]-"Clear color
photographs and an accessible text introduce readers to these popular sea
birds."
The Horn Book
Guide,
January-June 2002
[Lions, Tigers]-"...fresh
and eye-catching and will interest animal lovers and report
writers."
School Library
Journal,
July 2001
[Whales, Elephants] - "Books in
the series will appeal to animal lovers in general, as well as children focused
on finding specific information about a
subject."
Booklist,
March 15, 2001
[Series]-"This series of wonderful books has striking
cover art without and superlative animal photography within. The well-written
text is perfectly crafted for beginning readers, with large-font, short
chapters, easy words, interesting statistics and many full-page
photos."
Today's
Librarian
Winter 2000
[Series]-"...fine
series...highly recommended pick for grades 3 and up."
Children's
Bookwatch,
November 2000
