Reviews
How Long or How Wide?: A Measuring Guide
“All in all, the book is very kid friendly, whimsical, vivid, and lively. It is highly recommended for students in preschool through second grade.” —Science Books & Films View →
Grasslands & Deserts
“The outstanding feature of these books [Grasslands & Deserts and Forests & Jungles] is their excellent paintings that capture the personality of the species portrayed.” —Science Books & Films View →
Flying Giants of Dinosaur Time
“. . . the design and layout, the illustrations, and the breezy writing stle make this book a useful general introduction to pterosaurs.” —Science Books & Films View →
“This short, but well-illustrated, book is designed to introduce children to one of the world’s greatest predators: the Nile River crocodile. . . Children will find this title a good intorduction to a fascinating animal.” —Science Books &… View →
Saving the Whooping Crane
“This exciting story for young readers is made all the more engaging by the trials and tribulations of the whoopers and the caring and devoted scientists who managed the early lives of these magnificent birds. Children’s librarians would do well to add the book to their… View →
"Mrs. Riley Bought Five Itchy Aardvarks" and Other Painless Tricks for Memorizing Science Facts
“This short (48 pages), well-written, often cleverly phrased, entertaining, humorous, engaging, colorfully illustrated book should be in every school and public library.” —Science Books & Films View →
Giant Plant-Eating Dinosaurs
“Illustrations illuminate the pages and a short glossary is included . . . " —Science Books & Films View →
Dandelions: Stars in the Grass
“The dandelion’s life is succinctly described in a rhyming verse accompanied by illustrations that could, by themselves, relate the life story of this remarkably ordinary plant. Teachers of young children could discuss a number of topics presented in the book: the seasons,… View →
Earth Cycles
“[A] concise introduction. . . scientific information is presented in an easily understood format. . .” —Science Books & Films View →
Liquids and Gases: Principles of Fluid Mechanics
“The text is clearly written, and suitable experiments illustrating the laws of science are described. The figures add to the reader’s understanding of familiar applications of scientific laws.” —Science Books & Films View →
Marsh Morning
“Through rhythmical verse couched in musical terms and colorful luminous watercolor paintings, this book takes young readers through a day in a marsh from dawn to day. . . Young readers will enjoy the versified text and illustrations. For them, the book will be a fascinating… View →
Are You Ready for Spring?
“Vivid photographs accompany the text, with explanatory balloons to highlight certain points. . . The book has a lot of ‘kid appeal’ with its pictures and descriptions of mud puddles, rain, and flying kites. Changes in nature are subtly woven in with everyday… View →
Are You Ready for Fall?
“Vivid photographs accompany the text, with explanatory balloons to highlight certain points. . . The book has a lot of ‘kid appeal’ with its pictures and descriptions of mud puddles, rain, and flying kites. Changes in nature are subtly woven in with everyday… View →
Arctic Explorer: The Story of Matthew Henson
“Ferris sets the record straight with her eloquent descriptions of Henson’s humility, his many remarkable achievements, and his invaluable service to Peary. The book also provides a good selection of black-and-white photographs, helpful maps, and a useful biography.” View →
Listening to Crickets: A Story about Rachel Carson
“. . .well written, and nicely illustrated with black-and-white drawings. It belongs in every elementary and middle school library.” —Science Books & Films View →
The Fastest Dinosaurs
“The illustrations. . . are sure to engage young dinosaur lovers. . . it provides an exciting story and factual inforamtion for elementary school students.” —Science Books & Films View →
Dazzling Dragonflies: A Life Cycle Story
“This volume is a ‘must have’ for any elementary school teacher’s library, as it provides information on life cycles above the usual fare on frogs and butterflies.” —Science Books & Films View →
