(3) 4-6 Naturalist's Apprentice series. Illustrated by Wendy Smith. Ross follows the life of Chiura Obata from a young budding naturalist growing up in Japan to a successful Japanese-American nature artist. Well-organized chapters chronicle Obata's traditional Japanese education and his move to the United States in 1903. Sidebars include superfluous tips and activities for young artists; reproductions of original artwork and black-and-white photos enhance the text. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Liza Woodruff

(4) 4-6 Naturalist's Apprentice series. Illustrated by Wendy Smith. In a somewhat dense narrative, this book introduces readers to the work of ichthyologist Eugenie Clark, who has spent her life researching fish. Boxed sections of text offer related activities for budding naturalists and provide basic facts about several fish species. Adequate color drawings and occasionally grainy photographs accompany the text. A time line is included. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Cindy Lombardo

(4) 4-6 Naturalist's Apprentice series. Illustrated by Wendy Smith. In a somewhat dense narrative, this book introduces readers to the work of ichthyologist Eugenie Clark, who has spent her life researching fish. Boxed sections of text offer related activities for budding naturalists and provide basic facts about several fish species. Adequate color drawings and occasionally grainy photographs accompany the text. A time line is included. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(4) 4-6 Naturalist's Apprentice series. Illustrated by Wendy Smith. These respectful accounts of the lives of two prominent naturalists give important insights into the history of American scientific exploration and opportunities for women in scientific careers. Several scientific asides are somewhat distractingly interspersed throughout the texts, though they do include activities that encourage readers to explore nature. The color illustrations do not match the quality of the text. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford