(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Meredith Hamilton. This art history survey for children begins with the Lascaux cave paintings and traces great artists and works, anecdotally and chronologically, to Andy Warhol, with a concluding spread briefly noting contemporary artists. Color, perspective, geometry, and museum information are considered between chapters. The ambitious, well-organized compendium includes relevant sidebars, playful illustrations, and many reproductions on cleanly designed pages. Five coloring sheets are included. Timeline. Ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Meredith Hamilton. The world around us is complicated and delicate, the authors explain in this informative exploration of our environment and the ways we can help protect it. The pages are a bit busy, but the playful watercolor illustrations, casual tone, and hands-on activities will hold readers' interest. Stickers, a poster, and a reusable lunch sack are included in a removable packet. Reading list, websites. Glos.

Reviewer: Pearl Higgins