endangered species ks2 For Kids Book Reviews

Latest Reviews: This book has different endangered species on each page with a short bit of info about their lives and reasons they are declining. The species information is a little outdated since the book was published in 1992, but it is a good starting point for kids. The pictures ar......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Eye to Eye with Endangered Species is a fabulous series for the environmentally concerned reader. Each book focuses on a species that is imminently in danger of becoming extinct. Readers learn about these amazing animals and their characteristics thorugh beautiful photography and interesting facts. ......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Young conservationists and those interested in these fascinating animals will delight in this informative, photo-filled book. Readers will find out why these are a threatened species, get details about the life of grizzly bears, including how they and their cubs hibernate in the winter, what they ea......[Read More]

Book Introduction:I show up bright against the sky. I swoop and swoosh and flutter by. What can I be? What do you see? Stephen Krensky’s clever, rhyming text entices young readers to guess which endangered species are hiding beneath the flaps! From a panda bear to a monarch butterfly, each spread features text ......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Approximately two hundred Peninsular bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) live in the Lake Mead territory that covers the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and part of Arizona. The Lake Mead Area staff cautions visitors to remember the sheep are not tame, and they (the sheep,that is) butt heads at 50 m......[Read More]

Latest Reviews: Delightful children's book about the joys of giving and receiving physical affection. Rhyming in the style of Dr. Seuss, but without the silliness. Just very, very heartwarming. Illustrations are cute and the main character is a cat which is right up my (and my daughter'......[Read More]

Latest Reviews: I read this while browsing in the book store. Oh my. The pictures are dramatic and so beautiful. And the book is written in haiku and the English teacher in me just sighed contentedly. [Read More]

Book Introduction:Get Informed! Get Inspired! Get Going! The New York Times bestselling book of empowerment for kids. Make a difference in your world!In a book that tackles the biggest challenges facing us today, Chelsea Clinton combines facts, charts, photographs and stories to give readers a deep understanding of t......[Read More]

Latest Reviews:Dr. Jane Goodall is famous for her research with chimpanzees in Gombe Africa. We knew very little before her studies. At first the chimps were afraid of her, but she found a peak from which she could observe with her binoculars without startling them. Gradually the chimps started to be curious, and ......[Read More]

Latest Reviews:I have chosen not to rate this one. If I was rating the illustrations only I would give them a 4 or a 5. I love Melissa Sweet's artwork and this one is a lot of fun. However, I still cannot figure out why the author decided to add in Spanish words for the animal names or a few other phrases. As some......[Read More]

Latest Reviews:AND NOW IS THE TIME OF YEAR I FLOAT OLD CHRISTMAS REVIEWS TO COUNTDOWN TO BING BONG BING BONG!!IT IS CHRISTMAS EVE!i'm not sure if this is the correct edition to review. the one i have is also illustrated by arthur rackham ♥, but it has this cover: which is much better than the one shown above. i'......[Read More]

Book Introduction:From tiny rats and bats to giant elephants and blue whales, our planet is home to an incredible variety of mammals. Featuring almost 200 profiles of individual species as well, Pocket Genius: Mammals looks at humans, whales, wallabies, camels, and more, highlighting facts on anatomy, behavior, diet,......[Read More]

Book Introduction:A Blanding's Turtle ventures across streams, over roads, and through wetlands to find food and a safe nesting place in this fascinating and educational board book. Readers will join the intrepid turtle as she travels, facing some unexpected challenges along the way. Through a simple narrative with b......[Read More]

Book Introduction:The tree kangaroo at the zoo would like nothing more than a baby of her own. So, when a new egg arrives via the endangered species van, the 'roo jumps at the chance to take care of it, even when no one else wants it. Soon, out comes a penguin and all the animals chip in to help because, as the tree ......[Read More]

Book Introduction:This book brings the world of reptiles to life with eye-catching photos and captivating information about turtles, snakes, lizards, crocodiles, and their scaly-skinned kin. Readers will learn how reptiles survive in many habitats, from hot deserts to tropical forests and even under the sea. They&rsq......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Two renowned children’s book creators teamed up to make this stirring picture book that tells the story of how, over a century, wolves were persecuted in the United States and nearly became extinct. Gradually reintroduced, they are thriving again in the West, much to the benefit of the ecosyst......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Black Rhino and Tickbird want to know why Crocodile is crying. They search the African landscape for other animals who might know the answer. The few they find suggest Crocodile is sad that so many of them face extinction. But when Black Rhino finally asks Crocodile why he’s crying, he learns ......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Toddlers will love to look at the wild animal babies in these board books--and the new sturdy board format will stand up to many readings. Each features an endangered species: grizzly bear, orangutan, harp seal, and snow leopard. The beautiful, detailed artwork is by beloved illustrator Lynne Cherry......[Read More]

Book Introduction:The turtle in this story will take us on a journey necessary for the survival of her species. With her, we will cross the ocean until we reach the beach where she will lay her eggs. From her efforts, many new little turtles will grow up and continue the cycle begun by their mother. This is a beautif......[Read More]

Book Introduction:Get Informed! Get Inspired! Get Going! The New York Times bestselling book of empowerment for kids. Make a difference in your world!In a book that tackles the biggest challenges facing us today, Chelsea Clinton combines facts, charts, photographs and stories to give readers a deep understanding of t......[Read More]