(4) K-3 Up Close & Scary series. This series centers on common types of insects and arachnids. Each volume presents a mini anatomy lesson of various body parts, along with discussion of the purpose and functions of each, before briefly touching on behaviors and threats to survival. The minimal texts are augmented with large, ultra-up-close photographs on (amateurishly designed) scrapbook-style pages. Glos., ind. Review covers these Up Close & Scary titles: Bee, Spider, Ant, and Dragonfly.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) K-3 Up Close & Scary series. This series centers on common types of insects and arachnids. Each volume presents a mini anatomy lesson of various body parts, along with discussion of the purpose and functions of each, before briefly touching on behaviors and threats to survival. The minimal texts are augmented with large, ultra-up-close photographs on (amateurishly designed) scrapbook-style pages. Glos., ind. Review covers these Up Close & Scary titles: Bee, Spider, Ant, and Dragonfly.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(3) K-3 More than just a simple concept book, this ambitious and beautifully designed undertaking also introduces more advanced aspects of color theory, optical illusions, and color tricks. The authors ask questions that will encourage readers to explore and experiment; adults who don't have art backgrounds may wish there was an afterword providing explanations and correct answers.

Reviewer: Lolly Robinson

(3) PS Strikingly intriguing three-dimensional cut-paper illustrations accompany a simple but often lyrical text pointing out similarities between animals and ourselves. "Light as drifting smoke, graceful cranes love to dance. Just like you and me." The book's careful design adds to the thoughtful and appealing package.

Reviewer: Susan Halperin