(3) 4-6 Animals Animals series. These clearly written books discuss each animal's anatomy, habitat, preferred foods, defenses, and life cycle, as well as how they're affected by hunting, their loss of habitat due to development, and, in the case of monkeys, their use in medical research. The crisp color photos, which often fill the page, should attract readers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Animals Animals titles: Armadillos and Monkeys.

Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey

(3) 4-6 Celebrate the States series. The geography, history, and people of each state are examined in books notable for their beguiling color photos and clear-eyed prose. Especially interesting are the chapters that describe places to visit--some well known, some obscure--within that state. Maps, songs, recipes, and graphs are interspersed throughout; each book in this series concludes with a section of state facts, a list of famous citizens, and a timeline. Bib., ind. [Review covers these Celebrate the States titles: Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota.]

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) 4-6 Celebrate the States series. Each book presents a well-rounded portrait of a state, exploring its geography, history, government, culture, and people. The concise, clearly written texts are supplemented by a section of facts and figures, including a biographical listing of notables from each state. A wide variety of postcard-quality photos, maps, and reproductions provide visual appeal. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) 4-6 Celebrate the States series. A boon for report writers, these ten volumes dutifully provide information on each state's geography, wildlife, history, government and economy, population, landmarks, tourist attractions, and notable residents. A somewhat dull design incorporates readable texts, colorful tour-book-like photos, maps, charts, and historic reproductions. State facts, state songs, annual celebrations, and "fun facts" are appended. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Shelley Woods

(3) 4-6 Book Report Biography series. Published spring 1998.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges