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Animal Behavior

by Joseph MIDTHUN
9780716628217. ea vol: illus. by Samuel Hiti. Life Science Set 2 ed. 32p. (Building Blocks of Science). diag. further reading. glossary. illus. index. websites. World Book. 2014. lib. ed. $249 (set).
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Gr 4–8—World Book follows up its effective, science-related graphic novel series with some new offerings (SLJ dubbed the original books "welcome additions to most collections"). Various narrators (a sperm cell, a flower, a pine cone) address readers directly, condensing fairly complex subjects, such as cell structure and genetic traits, into readable, bite-size dollops of material. The average quality but colorful illustrations are a nice alternative to drier, more text-heavy tomes. Great introductions to biology, and useful for older students struggling to master the basics.
Reviewed by Staff , Feb 01, 2015

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