(4) K-3 Bug Books series. Each revised volume includes short chapters of information such as how the animal is born, what it eats, and what makes it unique (snails and worms don't technically belong in this series). The uncluttered design includes many close-up photos and new "bug maps" that identify body parts. Although the text is choppy in places, the engaging tone makes the books informative. There are six other fall 2006 books in this series. Glos., ind. Review covers these Bug Books titles: Mosquito, Worm, Ant, Bee, Ladybug, and Snail.

Reviewer: Patricia Riley

(4) K-3 Bug Books series. Each revised volume includes short chapters of information such as how the animal is born, what it eats, and what makes it unique (snails and worms don't technically belong in this series). The uncluttered design includes many close-up photos and new "bug maps" that identify body parts. Although the text is choppy in places, the engaging tone makes the books informative. There are six other fall 2006 books in this series. Glos., ind. Review covers these Bug Books titles: Mosquito, Worm, Ant, Bee, Ladybug, and Snail.

Reviewer: Patricia Riley

(3) 4-6 Animals under Threat series. Ample photographs, maps, and charts illustrate these extensive treatments of select endangered species and their habitats, breeding patterns, and unique characteristics. Human influence on the animals is also covered. Though the arrangement of the books is similar, information isn't repeated, and the focus varies depending on the animal. Additional resources allow readers the opportunity to become involved in conservation. Reading list. Glos., ind. Reveiw covers these Animals under Threat titles: Gray Wolf, Giant Panda, Killer Whale, Koala, Orangutan, and Asian Elephant.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(4) 4-6 Secret World Of series. Though the crowded design is distracting, the clear text and close-up color photographs and diagrams provide basic facts about each animal. Additional information about characteristics, habits, and habitat appear in "I Didn't Know That!" sidebars. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Secret World Of titles: Frogs and Toads and Lizards.

Reviewer: Becky Levine

(4) 4-6 Nature's Mysteries series. Double-page chapters written in an informative, engaging tone examine the life cycle of the butterfly (including facts about hatching, metamorphosis, and reproduction) and the ways in which social insects such as ants, termites, and bees work together to survive and thrive. Though the books' design is often crowded, the color photos and descriptive illustrations work well to augment the texts. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jackie C. Horne

(4) 4-6 Nature's Mysteries series. Double-page chapters written in an informative, engaging tone examine the life cycle of the butterfly (including facts about hatching, metamorphosis, and reproduction) and the ways in which social insects such as ants, termites, and bees work together to survive and thrive. Though the books' design is often crowded, the color photos and descriptive illustrations work well to augment the texts. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jackie C. Horne

(4) K-3 Bug Books series. Double-page chapters written in an informative, engaging tone examine the life cycle of the butterfly (including facts about hatching, metamorphosis, and reproduction) and the ways in which social insects such as ants, termites, and bees work together to survive and thrive. Though the books' design is often crowded, the color photos and descriptive illustrations work well to augment the texts. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli

(4) K-3 Bug Books series. Double-page chapters written in an informative, engaging tone examine the life cycle of the butterfly (including facts about hatching, metamorphosis, and reproduction) and the ways in which social insects such as ants, termites, and bees work together to survive and thrive. Though the books' design is often crowded, the color photos and descriptive illustrations work well to augment the texts. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli