Rabbits

Children's Literature - Heidi Green

This appealingly slender nonfiction text is full of information. The author has done considerable research, as is demonstrated by her inclusion of many interesting facts about rabbits in mythology and culture. She does a good job of blending these anecdotes with the more factual breed and care information to create a cohesive, engaging book about a popular pet. The glossary provides a solid language base for those new to the topic; and the 'for further reading' list will be particularly useful to many readers. Includes 29 full-color illustrations. Part of the "Perfect Pets" series.

School Library Journal

Gr 2-5-Brief overviews that discuss some of children's favorite pets. Each title is filled with full-color photographs and interesting facts. For each animal, readers learn when it first appeared, where it lives, behavioral traits, and tips for caring for it. The titles also include information on these creatures in myth, legend, and literature. Each one ends with a page of "Fun Facts." Despite the lack of tables of contents and indexes, these accessible books will be enjoyed by young animal lovers.-Rachel Fox, Port Washington Public Library, NY Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.