(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books should appeal to adventure-seekers> Readers follow three exciting stories of river expeditions navigating treacherous waters in Alaska, Africa, and Peru for research and conservation; and three stories of rock climbers setting records scaling the roof of Red Cave in Japan, Castleton Tower in Utah, and Mount Meru in the Himalayas. Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the dynamic texts. Websites, ind.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books focus on animal behavior. Readers are introduced to three human-dolphin relationships (a trainer at a marine mammal institute, a scuba instructor and his dolphin best friend, and an underwater photographer), and three stories of animal troublemakers (an ill-mannered cat, a thieving emu, and a destructive-when-lonely puppy). Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the heartwarming texts. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: My Best Friend Is a Dolphin! and Terrier Trouble!.

Reviewer: Cynthia K. Ritter

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books focus on animal behavior. Readers are introduced to three human-dolphin relationships (a trainer at a marine mammal institute, a scuba instructor and his dolphin best friend, and an underwater photographer), and three stories of animal troublemakers (an ill-mannered cat, a thieving emu, and a destructive-when-lonely puppy). Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the heartwarming texts. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: My Best Friend Is a Dolphin! and Terrier Trouble!.

Reviewer: Cynthia K. Ritter

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books should delight pet lovers. Readers encounter three stories of heroic working dogs (at a firehouse, tracking missing pets, and as comfort dogs at a wildlife sanctuary), and three stories of cats having unusual adventures (living on a sailboat, stealing human belongings, and trekking around national parks). Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the lively, conversational texts. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Hero Dogs! and Adventure Cat!

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. Three sections comprised of short chapters showcase pets or domesticated animals with unusual talents--Norman, a bicycle-riding pup; hoops-shooting aquarium sea otter Eddie; and Kidogo, a tightrope-walking zoo gorilla--and the humans they're devoted to. High-interest, easy-to-read text filled with amusing anecdotes traces the animals' paths from obscurity to performing fame; color photographs and fact boxes are sprinkled throughout. Websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. The filmmaker authors present three wolf-centered stories from their world travels. Each section is broken into three chapters with age-appropriate vocabulary and plenty of excitement. As expected with National Geographic, this book offers clear, vibrant photographs and interesting scientific information; "Did You Know?" sidebars include additional facts. Websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. With Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld. Fish expert Hogan presents three freshwater fish–centered stories from his world travels. Each section is broken into three chapters with age-appropriate vocabulary and plenty of excitement. As expected with National Geographic, this book offers clear, vibrant photographs and interesting scientific information; "Did You Know?" sidebars include additional facts. Websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books should appeal to adventure-seekers. Readers follow three exciting stories of river expeditions navigating treacherous waters in Alaska, Africa, and Peru for research and conservation; and three stories of rock climbers setting records scaling the roof of Red Cave in Japan, Castleton Tower in Utah, and Mount Meru in the Himalayas. Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the dynamic texts. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Rock Stars! and White Water!

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. These nonfiction chapter books should delight pet lovers. Readers encounter three stories of heroic working dogs (at a firehouse, tracking missing pets, and as comfort dogs at a wildlife sanctuary), and three stories of cats having unusual adventures (living on a sailboat, stealing human belongings, and trekking around national parks). Engaging photographs and sidebars complement the lively, conversational texts. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Hero Dogs! and Adventure Cat!

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. Armchair explorers will be delighted with these installments of the series. Each book contains three sections of various deep-sea (Diving) and mountaineering (Mountain) explorations around the world, each divided into three short chapters. Exciting texts describe close encounters with aggressive creatures, dangerous excursions, and survival-testing obstacles. Supplemented with excellent photographs, the stories are accessible to young readers. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Diving with Sharks and Danger on the Mountain.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. Armchair explorers will be delighted with these installments of the series. Each book contains three sections of various deep-sea (Diving) and mountaineering (Mountain) explorations around the world, each divided into three short chapters. Exciting texts describe close encounters with aggressive creatures, dangerous excursions, and survival-testing obstacles. Supplemented with excellent photographs, the stories are accessible to young readers. Websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Diving with Sharks and Danger on the Mountain.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. An injured monk seal, orphaned tiger cubs, and a mother white rhino and son in danger from poachers: these animals' stories are presented in accessible chapters and accompanied by sidebars, text boxes, and lots of photos. Animal-loving independent readers will be drawn in to the true accounts, which focus on the collaborative efforts necessary to rescue animals and reintroduce them into the wild. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. The antics of a pet rabbit, a thieving black bear, and a stray pup (eventually adopted by the author): these animals’ stories are presented in short, accessible chapters and accompanied by sidebars, "Did You Know?" boxes, and lots of photos. Animal-loving independent readers will be drawn into the true accounts of humans learning how to co-exist with both domestic and wild animals. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. Animal lovers looking for nonfiction accounts of lovable creatures will appreciate this slim, unintimidating title. The book contains several stories of devoted animal friendships: baby chicken Penny and two-legged Chihuahua Roo; goat Mr. G and donkey Jellybean; and cheetah cub Siri and black Lab Iris. Each section is broken into entertaining, easy-to-read chapters and studded with background information and color photographs. Websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. With Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld. Barr presents four snake-centered stories from his world travels. Each section is broken into three chapters with age-appropriate vocabulary and plenty of excitement ("I had only one chance to grab the snake before it grabbed me"). As expected with National Geographic, this book offers clear, vibrant photographs and interesting scientific information; "Did You Know?" sidebars include additional facts. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Jenn Matters

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. This nonfiction chapter book relates three stories about injured animals (two owlets, an elephant calf, a bear cub) that are rescued in the wild and survive with human help. The accessible text is accompanied by lots of photos of creatures and extended by sidebars of related information and "Did You Know?" boxes; the high-interest topic will draw in readers. Reading list. Ind.

Reviewer: Sian Gaetano

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. With Kitson Jazynka. In this chapter book, Diaw, a professional basketball player, writes straightforwardly about his experiences on safaris and wildlife excursions in Africa and India, comparing how animals' pack behavior is similar to teamwork in basketball. Many of the color photos are by Diaw himself; the friendly text is engaging and informative. Sidebars offer information about different species; photography tips are appended. Reading list. Ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(4) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. In this nonfiction chapter book, Donohue relates stories about animals (one kangaroo, two dogs, three pigs) that rescue their owners from danger, medical emergencies, and accidents. The choppy text is accompanied by winning photos of the heroic creatures; the high interest topic will draw in readers. Sidebars offer related information; "Did You Know?" boxes extend the text. Reading list. Ind.

Reviewer: Sian Gaetano

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. Readers meet three mischievous animals: an escape-artist horse named Mariska; a trouble-making cow named Milkshake; and some sneaky goats named Pony, Luna, and Thunder. Kids will laugh out loud and be shocked at the animal hijinks each of these stories describes. The book includes photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars. Perfect for animal-obsessed new readers. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Julie Bartynski-Fenner

(3) K-3 National Geographic Kids Chapters series. A National Geographic photographer recounts four adventures photographing leatherback turtles, harp seals, a beluga whale, and sharks (Hearts). Readers meet three charismatic and talented animals: a talking parrot, a skydiving pug, and a counting pig (Genius). The stories provide humor, action, and food for thought. Both books include photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars. Perfect for animal-obsessed new readers. Reading list, websites. Ind. Review covers these National Geographic Kids Chapters titles: Parrot Genius! and The Whale Who Won Hearts!.

Reviewer: Julie Bartynski-Fenner