Kulekjian, Jessica

An excellent book to use in earth and life science units as well as a perfect seasonal read. By grouping the animals into three categories, it makes concepts of hibernation, migration, and adaptation easier for young readers to understand.

Universal topics like seasons and being true to yourself always do well on shelves; this is a nice addition to spring collections and a reminder to celebrate your strengths.

Gentle text and realistic illustrations will help young children recognize details of trees and animals in hardwood forests, but students will find little to support their research.