The Community Connections: How Do They Help? series introduces children to international organizations that make the world better. The Humane Society focuses on those operating in the U.S. and Canada, centered on helping and protecting animals, ensuring that pets, farm animals, and working animals are treated with respect. Each book is short yet filled with information, beginning with the organization's history. The solid text invites readers into the discussion with substantial sidebars asking them to "make a guess" about various topics or "ask questions" about the group, sometimes reminding readers they too should be involved with social good. The design is bright, but photographs are often folded into the gutter; the links to web sites are also meager. Nevertheless, kids will come away enthused and inspired to help.