Bears

From warm tropical rainforests to cool mountain forests and icy arctic regions, bears make their homes in many parts of the world. However, destruction of their natural habitats, pollution, over-hunting, and other human actions are hurting many bears. These endangered bears may soon disappear from the world forever. The Endangered! series describes these endangered species, explores what is going on, and what people can do to help these animals before it is too late.

Children's Literature

Bears make their homes in many parts of the world and in many different climates. Destruction of their habitats, over-hunting, pollution, and other human interference are all contributing to the endangerment of many species and have already caused extinction of others. Haywood briefly describes the physical and behavioral characteristics of six subspecies around the world, the causes of their vulnerability, and efforts to preserve or increase their numbers. Maps help the readers place these bears in their natural environment. A glossary, sharp, close-up photographs, and an occasional sidebar help readers glean more information. Age-appropriate books and websites and organizations involved in conservation will be useful for those wanting to know more. Current and informative, this entry in the "Endangered!" Series will appeal both to browsers and those doing research. Reviewer: Peg Glisson