(4) K-3 Amazing Animal Adventures series. Illustrated by Paul Kratter. These newly titled books introduce readers to the behavior and habitat of three young animals: a grizzly in the Pacific Northwest rainforest, a giant panda in China, and a southeast Asian Bengal tiger. The meandering stories and detailed illustrations include mention of other animals found in the specific habitats. An appended foldout depicts the animals in their natural habitats and includes a pictorial glossary. [Review covers these Amazing Animal Adventures titles: Grizzly Bear Family, A Home for Panda, and A Tiger Tale.]

Reviewer: Jim St. Claire

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Paul Kratter. In a contrived plot, Amy and her mother participate in the annual Fourth of July Butterfly Count. Their personal goal is to find a butterfly called the regal fritillary--a favorite of Amy's great-great-grandmother. Accurate illustrations depict the flora and fauna of the plains with exceptional detail paid to the wildflowers and butterflies. The strongest aspect of the book is the illustrated glossary.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Paul Kratter. Short narratives about the wildlife near or in rivers present a portrait of activity over the course of a day. Each double-page spread focuses on one animal, such as moose, trout, red-winged blackbirds, and salamanders, and features a full-page watercolor of the animal in its habitat. The informative text is choppy at times, and the discussion question about each creature is unnecessary. Glos.

Reviewer: Beth L. Meister

(3) 1-3 Illustrated by Paul Kratter. During the course of a single day, a female snow leopard attempts to catch a variety of prey. Told from the young snow leopard's point of view, the detailed text manages to introduce many aspects of the Himalayan ecosystem. Accurate, realistic illustrations and a picture glossary at the back present a clear view of the flora and fauna of the Himalayas.

Reviewer: Jim St. Claire