(4) K-3 Discover Science series. Rocks covers topics such as basic rock types, weathering, and a variety of fossils; the photos include both large-scale landforms and close-ups of rock and fossil samples. Earth touches on weather, natural resources, and conservation, with many photos and a few diagrams supporting the text. Both revised books (originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series) contain a quiz and some simplistic activities. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Discover Science titles: Rocks and Fossils and Planet Earth.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. This volume contains basic facts about oceans, tides, fish, sea birds, and water pollution. The information could be better organized; it's all rather random. Many photographs, a quiz, and several activities (some of which--e.g., making sea slugs out of marzipan--are more silly than scientific) are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. This volume classifies robots by general information, types, and functions. Some of these classifications overlap, such as service robots and humanoid robots. Though it's interesting, the level of superficiality can cause confusion. Many photographs, a quiz, and a few craft project ideas are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) 4-6 Discover Science series. In Senses, brief text, photographs, and a few diagrams reveal how the brain, in conjunction with sensory organs, allows humans and animals to experience sensations. Disguises features some fascinating photos of animal camouflage but offers little in the way of scientific explanation. Both books (originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series) contain some simplistic activities. Glos., ind. Review covers these Discover Science titles: Senses and Animal Disguises.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. Rocks covers topics such as basic rock types, weathering, and a variety of fossils; the photos include both large-scale landforms and close-ups of rock and fossil samples. Earth touches on weather, natural resources, and conservation, with many photos and a few diagrams supporting the text. Both revised books (originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series) contain a quiz and some simplistic activities. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Discover Science titles: Rocks and Fossils and Planet Earth.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. This book presents very basic information about the title creatures. The text could be better organized and a little more in-depth (e.g., the statement, "What is an ape? You are one!" is never explained or explored). Many engaging photos, a quiz, and craft projects are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. This book presents random information about the title creatures. Browsers may enjoy the small details, including facts about tortoise-shell ridges and the independent movement of a chameleon's eyes; however, the text could be better organized and more in-depth. Many engaging photos in addition to a quiz and craft projects are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) 4-6 Discover Science series. In Senses, brief text, photographs, and a few diagrams reveal how the brain, in conjunction with sensory organs, allows humans and animals to experience sensations. Disguises features some fascinating photos of animal camouflage but offers little in the way of scientific explanation. Both books (originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series) contain some simplistic activities. Glos., ind. Review covers these Discover Science titles: Senses and Animal Disguises.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. Basic information about maps is related in double-page spreads illustrated with color photos and other images. The text, describing various types of maps and showing how they are used, could be better organized. A few activities, such as making a compass and drawing a treasure map, are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. Basic information about the planets in the solar system is presented on double-page spreads illustrated with color photos. The brevity of text sometimes results in more questions than answers. A few activities are included, ranging from keeping track of the moon's phases to making a comet-shaped ice-cream cone. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. The defining characteristics of whales and dolphins--their anatomy, behavior, life cycle, and habitats--are the subject of this informational book. Each double-page spread, illustrated with not-always-well-chosen photos, introduces a general observation about whales or dolphins, which is supported by compelling details. Three related craft activities and a quiz accompany the text. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) K-3 Discover Science series. Basic information about insects is related in double-page spreads illustrated with color photos and other images. The text, describing various types of bugs, from wasps, flies, and butterflies to nits and beetles, could be better organized. Three crafts and a quiz are included. This revised edition was originally part of the Kingfisher Young Knowledge series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz