(4) 4-6 "With technological advances at an all-time high," this book suggests places to go and outdoor activities, and it offers facts about animals and land in a variety of settings (beach, forest, cities, parks, backyards, etc.). The information is lively, but the layout is overwhelming and random. Educators will find the information and activities useful. Appendices include "Top U.S. State Parks" list. Websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(3) 4-6 This comprehensive, accessible resource begins with over forty pages of general information, including insect life cycles, reproduction, habitats, defenses, and threats. The remainder of the book, organized by metamorphosis type and further by insect order, profiles eighty-three individual species (more are introduced in photo galleries). The accessible page design showcases colorful photographs. Suggested movies and places to visit are appended. Websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

(4) YA Changing Face of North America: Immigration since 1965 series. These comprehensive books convey the different stories of immigration from disparate parts of the world. The historic, political, and economic reasons for immigration are detailed, and color photos give a sense of the various ethnic communities in North America. Quotes from immigrants add interest to the dry text. There are three other spring 2004 books in this series. Reading lists, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Changing Face of North America: Immigration since 1965 titles: Cuban Immigration, Immigration from Central America, Immigration from the Former Yugoslavia, Immigration from the Middle East, and Korean Immigration.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt