(3) 4-6 In this lively, photo-packed offering, wildlife veterinarian (and eco-fashion model) Wild does more than discuss her work traveling the world to care for animals. Organized by continent, this book features profiles of over eighty species; each entry includes brief facts about an animal's habitat, behavior, diet, and threats, as well as text boxes with details about its care and "Gabby Says" anecdotes. The text also touches on geography, conservation efforts, and different cultural attitudes toward wildlife. Tips for vet training, list of wildlife conservation organizations, an extensive glossary, and an index conclude the volume.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

(4) K-3 National Geographic Readers series. Glossy pages of sharp, bright bee photos will capture the attention of children learning to read. The very brief text geared to pre-readers holds the slightest amount of information, but the emphasis is on honeybee action, and the pictures invite budding wildlife watchers to take a closer look. The book begins with a "vocabulary tree" and ends with a movement activity.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) K-3 National Geographic Readers series. Glossy pages of sharp, bright koala photos will capture the attention of children learning to read. The very brief text geared to pre-readers holds the slightest amount of information, but the emphasis is on koala action, and the pictures invite budding wildlife watchers to take a closer look. The book begins with a "vocabulary tree" and ends with a matching activity.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz