(4) K-3 Illustrated by Robert Hynes. Divided into three thematic sections--animal parents, animal families, and animal communities--this informative book describes how groups of animals work together to survive. The number of different animals described makes for varied, yet somewhat scattered reading. The text is accompanied by realistic illustrations.

Reviewer: Jim St. Claire

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Robert Hynes. Elizabeth recounts the treasures she has found with her brother, Michael, in the creek behind their home--fossils, arrowheads, crawdads, and all kinds of animals and their tracks. Accompanied by detailed acrylic paintings that employ creative perspectives and close-ups, the text is more descriptive reminiscence than story, but it successfully conveys the author's deep love and appreciation for nature.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli