Animal Senses

September 1, 2017
Grades 2-4 Each volume in the wide-ranging Science Alliance series introduces a specific science concept to elementary-school readers. By keeping the language accessible and limiting the depth of coverage, readers should come away with a basic understanding of the topic at hand. Nearly every page pairs a short paragraph with a large color photograph or diagram relevant to the text. The books also feature simple experiments that demonstrate a particular concept and prompt critical thinking. In Animal Senses, the text is divided by individual sense and illustrates ways different animals perceive their environments, particularly in predator-prey scenarios. Kids will especially appreciate the depiction of human versus bee vision (bees see ultraviolet light). A teacher-activity guide precedes each book, and the concluding back matter is supplemented with reading-comprehension questions and online resources.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2017, American Library Association.)