Time Line; Maps; Species History; Guide to Further Reading; Web Sites; Index
About
the Series Young readers will find everything from the
breeding and training of horses to the mating songs of frogs in these
comprehensive, informative books about a wide variety of animals. Each
engrossing book examines the habitat, range, classification, evolution, anatomy,
behavior, species identification, and endangered status of its subject.
Brilliant photography captures the animals and underscores the great variety of
species found within each family or order. Distribution maps pinpoint where each
animal is located, and a time line traces its evolution. Also included are
detailed studies and stunning illustrations of the animals' anatomy.
Highlights and
Features
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Comprehensive study of animals appropriate for middle school
readers
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Each title covers environment, evolution, classification,
anatomy, behavior, and endangered status
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Engaging features such as literary and historical quotations
and photo spreads for species identification help draw in readers
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Accurate illustrations of skeletons, the body, and its
internal organs
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A map, glossary, species checklist, guide to further
research, bibliography, and index in each title
[Butterflies] Best Books of 2006 Science Books & Films
[Lizards] Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People NCSS-CBC, 2005
[Chimpanzees] Best Books for Children SCIENCE BOOKS & FILMS, 2004
[Series] Top 10 Animal Series for Youth BOOKLIST, 2002
[Horses] Henry Bergh Children's Book Honor Nonfiction, Companion Animals ASPCA, 2001
AnimalWays
[Deer, Owls, Monkeys]-"Unlike many other series that
employ a cookie-cutter layout, these books contain chapters suited to the
information being presented while still maintaining a common feel and
appearance. The texts, illustrations, and captions are well combined to create
titles that students will want to read both for information and
pleasure." School Library
Journal, May 2008
[Butterflies, Penguins,
Spiders]-"Supremely well-organized and satisfying
presentations." School
Library Journal, May 2006
[Group
5]-"Stefoff’s
Penguins and
Lions,
Schleapfer’s Butterflies,
Zabludoff’s
Spiders and
Warhol’s Hawks
are all exceptional, promising to be basic references in any
elementary-grade library strong in natural
history." Children’s
Bookwatch, January 2006
[Cats,
Chimpanzees]-"Steffof's books offer more than an overview, giving readers a
strong combination of text and
illustration." School Library
Journal, March, 2004
[Whales, Elephants]-"Two new
titles in the longstanding AnimalWays series offer excellent overviews of their
subjects." Booklist,
March 15, 2003
[Series]-"This is one of the few series for older
students. Each book begins with a chart of the animal kingdom. An example of
each animal group appears in a photograph, with the book's subject highlighted.
The text, much longer than in most animal books, is a solid blend of lively
writing and science
fact." Booklist,
October 15, 2002
[Sharks, Bears, Ants, Snakes]-"...recommended picks
for discriminating libraries seeking lasting reference materials for grades
4-6." The Children's
Bookwatch, September 2002
[Ants]-"The conversational
tone and vivid photographs will draw readers into the
subject." The Horn Book
Guide, January-June 2002
[Snakes]-"A conversational
tone and riveting photographs give this informative and detailed book appeal to
snake enthusiasts and report researchers
alike." The Horn Book
Guide, January-June 2002
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