(3) 4-6 Carolrhoda Nature Watch series. Photographs by Keren Su. Clearly written texts introduce these two endangered species, discussing classification, habitat, diet, life cycle, and threats. Pandas explains new Chinese conservation policies and controversial breeding programs; and Humpback describes many whale behaviors such as breaching, singing, and migrating that are still mysterious to researchers. Habitat maps and well-captioned color photos round out these overviews. Glos., ind. Review covers these Carolrhoda Nature Watch titles: Humpback Whales and Giant Pandas.

Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey

(3) K-3 Early Bird Nature Books series. Photographs by Keren Su. These two series titles introduce llamas and giant pandas, describing each animal's habitat and unique characteristics. Both volumes include clear, captioned color photos and diagrams. Conservation efforts are addressed in Giant Pandas; Llamas discusses how these animals herd sheep on farms. A note to adults includes suggested activities and gives guidance on sharing the book with a child. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Early Bird Nature Books titles: Llamas and Giant Pandas.]

Reviewer: Erin Dionne