(4) K-3 Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. A combination of close-up photography and electron microscopy creates unforgettable, colorful visuals in this informative, almost-affectionate explanation of spider classification, anatomy, behavior, and capabilities. Venom is noted, but the emphasis is on "Friends," from fishing spiders to spitting spiders. Helpful captions are often color-coded, but some body parts are hard to identify. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) K-3 Body Battles series. Illustrated by Andrew N. Harris. Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. Vivid photomicrographs and humorous cartoons accompany lucid explanations of the human body's defenses. The second-person narration ("Don't you just hate to get a stomachache?") engages readers learning about familiar maladies. Texts also include a few simple activities (e.g., using a flashlight and mirror to examine protective nose hairs, gumming a cracker until it tastes sweet). Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Battles titles: Your Body Battles a Cold, Your Body Battles a Skinned Knee, and Your Body Battles a Stomachache.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) K-3 Body Battles series. Illustrated by Andrew N. Harris. Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. Vivid photomicrographs and humorous cartoons accompany lucid explanations of the human body's defenses. The second-person narration ("Don't you just hate to get a stomachache?") engages readers learning about familiar maladies. Texts also include a few simple activities (e.g., using a flashlight and mirror to examine protective nose hairs, gumming a cracker until it tastes sweet). Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Battles titles: Your Body Battles a Cold, Your Body Battles a Skinned Knee, and Your Body Battles a Stomachache.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) K-3 Body Battles series. Illustrated by Andrew N. Harris. Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. Vivid photomicrographs and humorous cartoons accompany lucid explanations of the human body's defenses. The second-person narration ("Don't you just hate to get a stomachache?") engages readers learning about familiar maladies. Texts also include a few simple activities (e.g., using a flashlight and mirror to examine protective nose hairs, gumming a cracker until it tastes sweet). Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Battles titles: Your Body Battles a Cold, Your Body Battles a Skinned Knee, and Your Body Battles a Stomachache.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) 4-6 Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. This volume focuses on microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. The book's organization is scattered, but the writing is accessible (though it tries too hard to be cute). Latta ties social history to the scientific information and also investigates microbes in space. Many photos, including electron micrographs, help illustrate the text. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(2) 4-6 Scientists in the Field series. Photographs by Dennis Kunkel. This book profiles Dennis Kunkel, whose expertise lies in the use of microscopy. The text discusses the nature of microscopic images, the role of technical equipment in research, and the reliance of science on observation. Kunkel's colorized microphotographs are enhanced by the sharp layouts. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2002