Review by School Library Journal Review
K-Gr 2-Lerner adds to this long-running, well-received series about transformation (previous titles have tackled animal and plant life cycles, food, and science). Though concise and comprehensible, the books still convey the essence of how these things come to be. Each spread features only a few sentences and serviceable photos. The small trim size, vocabulary words in bold, colorful and clean design, and spare but well-presented index and table of contents make this an ideal first step for nonfiction newbies. In choice of subject matter, too, this one sets itself apart from the usual fare for this audience. Strong offerings. (c) Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
Appealing photographs, clean design, and clear text make this volume a solid but basic nonfiction choice. Occasionally awkward writing doesn't fully diminish the overall concept of explaining how tulips bloom from bulbs. The final photo (a little girl with glasses and a puppy) feels posed, but this book will appeal to beginning readers and future gardeners alike. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. (c) Copyright 2015. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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