Review by Booklist Review
K-Gr. 3. From the I Can Read series, this little book provides basic information about the physical characteristics and habits of dolphins in the wild, along with pictures from the Wildlife Conservation Society. While some of the color photos are a bit dark or fuzzy, others illustrate points made in the text clearly and effectively. Topics discussed include dolphin sounds, echolocation, care of the young, and threats to the species. Short, clear, and precise, the text is well suited to primary-grade students. A practical choice for children seeking an easy-to-read book on the subject. --Carolyn Phelan Copyright 2006 Booklist
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Review by School Library Journal Review
Gr 1-3-Through just a few lines of text per page, beginning readers can learn about dolphins. While there is enough information here for elementary reports, the fuzziness of the full-color photos detracts from the book's appeal for general audiences. Thomson discusses echolocation and other types of communication; the structure and uses of the blowhole; geographic range; coloration; social interactions; young dolphins; dolphins as prey for sharks, killer whales, and people; and governmental protection programs. A supplemental purchase.-Lynda Ritterman, Atco Elementary School, Waterford, NJ (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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