The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

Hall, Margaret

Hibernation

24 pp. | Capstone | August, 2006 | Library ISBN 0-7368-6339-7 $19.93

(4) K-3 Pebble Plus: Patterns in Nature series. This large-format leveled reader effectively conveys introductory information about hibernation using very basic language ("Hibernating animals take a long, sleepy rest. They breathe slowly. Their hearts beat slowly too"), although readers may come away confused about the difference between "hibernators" and "true hibernators." The large crisp photographs are appealing, and the design is simple without being boring. Reading list. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Barbara Barstow