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 The species information is a little outdated since the book was published in 1992, but it is a good starting point for kids.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]

Latest Reviews:I thought the text was entertaining both in subject matter and it the simple rhyme scheme. The animals are ones that kids will be interested in. The style of the illustrations, and indeed, the entire book design is very attractive- the colors are harmonious, the shapes are bold but are offset by the......[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: this has a wonderful moral to it. everyone needs to feel love and a hug goes a long way. it was presented in a cute little kitten named Jules. the illustrations were cute as well. I loved the polar bear the most. [Read More]

Latest Reviews: I was not expecting a poetry book of such high quality, and then when I recognized the author's name, I understood. The photography is out of this world, and paired with Kwame Alexander's brief descriptive text, it's a knockout of a children's poetry book. My boys and I ......[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: best ever <3. so many amazing stories about chimpanzees (and some dog wisdom too!). okay, maybe i sound crazy but definitely worth reading. [Read More]

Latest Reviews:Ages 3 and up Spike thinks of himself as a very fearsome monster, but he is little so no one is scared of him. One day a big Gila Monster comes to the pond and all of the other animals are scared of him. Spike does his best to scare the Gila Monster, but he doesn't so he just smiles at him. It turns......[Read More]

Latest Reviews: It wouldn't be Christmas without this wonderful book at our house.I used to read it to my children and now it's my grandchildren that love to listen to this story.Pure nostalgia that really sets the scene for Christmas and I have noticed the adults listen too. ......[Read More]

Latest Reviews: I really liked this book. It's smaller and perfect for little hands. As a kid I loved reading about animals and bringing books wherever we went and I wish i'd had this awesome book! [Read More]

Latest Reviews: Readers will route for the Blanding's turtle as it makes its way through the seasons. Great illustrations by Jada Fitch in this and all of the Wildlife on the Move board books! [Read More]

Latest Reviews: Rhyming story by Judy Sierra and accompanied by Marc Brown's watercolor, gauche, and colored pencil illustrations on wood panels. When a motherless egg is brought to the zoo, the Tree Kangaroo volunteers her pouch to hatch the egg and become the mother, and all the other......[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]

Latest Reviews: Tender story about how the wolves had left Yellowstone National Park and then made a slow return. Fiction mixed with truth to tell the story about the importance of keeping nature balanced with all the creatures that were intended to be there.Grades: 2-5Topic: wolves, Ye......[Read More]

Latest Reviews: The highly individualistic artwork of Alex Beard brings attention to the animals of Africa through a timely and timeless fable.My full review at:http://bit.ly/M0K6hk [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]

Latest Reviews:I first learned about this book when I saw Chelsea Clinton on Ellen. This was a fantastic and informative book on how we can all find some way to enjoy improving this world. Each chapter talks about a different world-wide issues, and offers many websites to learn how to "Get Involved". Also, I learn......[Read More]