Bloodsucking Leeches

Children's Literature - Melissa Hower

Is it painful when leeches bite their victim? Is it true that doctors use leeches to treat sick people? What exactly is an invertebrate? The answers to these questions and many others can be found in this informational book about leeches. This book is one of the books in the "No Backbone!: The World of Invertebrates" series. In this book, the reader will find out where leeches live, what they look like, and what they feed on. Information about the ways a leech senses a victim, how they reproduce, and a description about their segments and suckers is also included. In addition, the author reveals facts about the ways leeches were used by doctors long ago as well as how they are used in the medical field today. The book includes a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. A website and other book titles for further reading are also listed. Children will enjoy the fascinating facts and vivid photographs included in this book. It would be a valuable resource for children interested in learning about leeches. This book would be a great addition to any elementary school library. Reviewer: Melissa Hower