SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Killer Bears

by Alex WOOLF
978-1-84837-945-9. ea vol: 32p. (Animal Attack Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Arcturus. 2012. PLB $28.50.
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Gr 2–5—Cranking up the adrenaline and fascinating facts with "Snack On This!" and "Chew On That!" text boxes scattered throughout, each of these accessible, brightly designed titles introduces 7 to 13 predators. Basic information and general physical descriptions are matched with toothy color photos, or, in the cases of Spiders and Snakes, extreme close ups. Considering the premise, direct views of dismembered prey or splashes of gore are almost entirely absent, but even when nurturing eggs or offspring these meat eaters are plainly intent on their next meals.
The sensationalistic titles aside, these overviews offer general information about their subjects. Crocodiles discusses crocodilian characteristics and behaviors before focusing on seven specific species. Snakes profiles twelve different snakes. Lots of photos and easy-to-read texts will entice reluctant readers. These are adequate resources. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Animal Attack titles: Killer Crocodiles and Killer Snakes.
Reviewed by John Peters , Apr 01, 2012

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