(3) K-3 Photographs by Wayne Lynch. This book traces the early life of a Dall's sheep. The animal learns how to maneuver cliffs, escape a grizzly bear, and prepare for the coming winter. The clearly presented information is well suited for elementary readers. Simply framed close-up photographs give a sense of immediacy. A "Did You Know?" section provides more information. Ind.

Reviewer: Cindy Lombardo

(3) K-3 Nature Babies series. Photographs by Wayne Lynch. Lang and Lynch traveled to the Arctic to observe and photograph polar bears. Stark white landscapes frame vibrant views of baby bears and their mother, as well as some other Arctic creatures (an owl, hare, and fox). Clear text narrates a year in the life of these "largest of all bears" and provides a window into the early development of cubs. Ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) K-3 Nature Babies series. Photographs by Wayne Lynch. This narrative recounts the drama of a sea turtle's egg laying and subsequent babies' hatching on a beach in Trinidad. The clearly presented information is well suited for older readers in this age group. Simply framed close-up photographs give a sense of immediacy; photos of predators underscore the babies' fragility. A "Did You Know?" section provides more information. Ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(4) K-3 Our Wild World series. Illustrated by Sherry Neidigh. Photographs by Wayne Lynch. Lynch presents an extensive and well-researched portrayal of three types of birds of prey. Those interested in the creatures will find the series informative and helpful with report writing. Clear, attractive photos add interest to the text, occasional drawings do not. Sidebars provide additional information. Vocabulary words are explained within the text. Websites. Ind. Review covers these Our Wild World titles: Falcons, Owls, and Vultures.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) K-3 Our Wild World series. Illustrated by Sherry Neidigh. Photographs by Wayne Lynch. Lynch presents an extensive and well-researched portrayal of three types of birds of prey. Those interested in the creatures will find the series informative and helpful with report writing. Clear, attractive photos add interest to the text, occasional drawings do not. Sidebars provide additional information. Vocabulary words are explained within the text. Websites. Ind. Review covers these Our Wild World titles: Falcons, Owls, and Vultures.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) K-3 Our Wild World series. Illustrated by Sherry Neidigh. Photographs by Wayne Lynch. Lynch presents an extensive and well-researched portrayal of three types of birds of prey. Those interested in the creatures will find the series informative and helpful with report writing. Clear, attractive photos add interest to the text, occasional drawings do not. Sidebars provide additional information. Vocabulary words are explained within the text. Websites. Ind. Review covers these Our Wild World titles: Falcons, Owls, and Vultures.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg