The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

George, Linda

King Snakes

48 pp. | Capstone | September, 2001 | Library ISBN 0-7368-0908-2 $$21.26

(4) 4-6 Snakes series. The books in this series cover snake facts including different species, habitats, hunting and feeding, breeding, and myths. Although the simple text is sometimes choppy and repeats information both between and within volumes, it defines difficult terms and doesn't talk down to its audience. Close-up color photos show snake species and special attributes. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Snakes titles: Anacondas, King Snakes, Rat Snakes, Vipers.]

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam