(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Mark Thurman. This book discusses non-native flora and fauna that endanger native species. The authors present historical cases (Irish potato blight, toad invasion in Australia), the most notorious invasive species, and threatened communities. Each double-page spread features a detailed gouache illustration, a conversational overview of problems, and some species-specific facts. This accessible book may lead readers to seek out more in-depth information. Ind.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Mark Thurman. A near-encyclopedic look at snow, this book leaves no flake unturned in its detail including weather forecasting, avalanches, glaciers, famous snow scientists, animals that live in snow, tracks, snow explorers, and more. The facts are interspersed with snow legends. The dense text is broken up by clear photographs and cartoon illustrations that combine to create a strong resource. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen