Moose (Nature's Children) (Nature's Children, Third Series)

Moose (Nature's Children) (Nature's Children, Third Series)

Did you know the moose is the largest member of the deer family? Known for their massive bodies and wide, flat antlers, moose are a common sight in many parts of the world. Readers will learn what these powerful animals eat, how they give birth and raise babies, and what their antlers are used for. They will also find out why moose are so common in areas where people live and why they sometimes have a difficult relationship with humans. Gr 3-5-These additions to this ongoing series follow a tried-and-true format: text on one page facing a full-page photo. An opening "Fact File" breaks down info such as taxonomy, habits, habitats, and diets and provides a preview for the information that will be covered. Five chapters are broken down into several single-page sections. The first chapter depicts an encounter with the animal and describes a typical behavior. The rest of the book delves further into the topics brought up in the "Fact File." Sophisticated scientific terms such as bilateral symmetry or anticoagulant are often defined in-text. "Fun Fact" boxes are scattered throughout, and photos are captioned but not labeled. Graphics include a size comparison to an average adult and a range map (the map in Moose is inaccurate). VERDICT Those researching animals will find these offerings helpful.α(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. Josh Gregory is the author of more than 250 books for young readers, covering everything from U.S. history to technology and video games. He is from Chicago, Illinois.