(4) 4-6 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. Many of the players Sullivan writes about in this often humorous book are not well known, but their antics--including bizarre behavior, calculated mischief, superstitions, and strange facial expressions--will probably make them memorable to young baseball fans. The caricatures that illustrate the text will amuse readers, but the unattractive design and the lack of photos are drawbacks. Ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. Fuerst uses a lighthearted tone to present a series of exercises, drills, and games specifically designed to improve baseball players' throwing, running, hitting, and fielding. Spotlights on superstar players and their workout regimes and sections on warm-ups and stretching are included. The carefully thought-out approach, illustrative line drawings, and genuinely helpful content will appeal to dedicated players.

Reviewer: CHristine Sarrazin

(3) 4-6 Pet Friends series. Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. These two guides go beyond the basics to provide potential owners with the information they need to give a pet a safe and satisfying home. Adopting covers shelters, reasons to consider adoption, and tips for making a good match between pet and owner. Iguana emphasizes the special needs of pet reptiles. Cartoony colored pencil illustrations add some humor to these useful volumes. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute

(3) 4-6 Pet Friends series. Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. These two guides go beyond the basics to provide potential owners with the information they need to give a pet a safe and satisfying home. Adopting covers shelters, reasons to consider adoption, and tips for making a good match between pet and owner. Iguana emphasizes the special needs of pet reptiles. Cartoony colored pencil illustrations add some humor to these useful volumes. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. Harris's rhythmic, loosely rhyming text describes how seven insects move through a backyard garden. Though it's basically a retread of this duo's Pattern Fish, this book cleverly elucidates its concept via verbal and pictorial patterns. In each two-page cartoon illustration, every element, from the decorative frame to the background characters, shares the same pattern (AB, ABB, etc.). An endnote provides further explanation.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. Harris's rhythmic, loosely rhyming text describes six creatures moving through the sea, until a shark shows up and scares them away. More important than the slight story line, though, are the verbal and pictorial patterns throughout: in each two-page cartoon illustration, every element from the decorative frame to the background characters shares the same pattern (AB, ABB, etc.). An endnote provides further explanation.

Reviewer: Erica L. Stahler

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. Speaking to concerns ignored in most guides about playing soccer, this practical volume, peppered with quotes from soccer players, coaches, and sports psychologists, describes strategies for conquering self-doubt and distractions; handling teammates, parents, and coaches; and enjoying the game, win or lose. The casual, encouraging tone and cartoon illustrations make the book accessible. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Anne Canevari Green. This topic is given humorous treatment in a book that looks at how lice spread and how they can be treated. In addition to basic information, a few historical facts about lice are included. The cartoonlike illustrations--of lice wearing glasses, strange hairstyles, and hats--are more silly than informative. Teachers who can find nothing else on the subject will appreciate this book. A note to parents is appended. Bib.

Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth