Copyright Date:
2019
Edition Date:
2019
Release Date:
08/15/18
Pages:
32 pages
ISBN:
0-7660-9611-4
ISBN 13:
978-0-7660-9611-0
Dewey:
791.43
LCCN:
2017048846
Dimensions:
23 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Nov 01 00:00:00 CDT 2018)
Burling, Alexis . Animal Crime Fighters . ISBN 9780766096158 . Burling, Alexis . Animals in the Military . ISBN 9780766096196 . Hurt, Avery Elizabeth . Therapy Animals . ISBN 9780766096318 . Idzikowski, Lisa . Search-and-Rescue Animals . ISBN 9780766096233 . Idzikowski, Lisa . Service Animals . ISBN 9780766096271 .ea vol: 32p. (Animals at Work). further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. Enslow . Aug. 2018. lib. ed. $25.27. Gr 4-7 These titles examine many of the ways animals work for humans. Most open with an example of one animal's accomplishment, followed by some historical background and descriptions of the various roles different creatures can play. Discussions of how developments in animal science and psychology have impacted working animals provide useful context. Lesser-known working creatures, such as camels doing police work, are mentioned along with police dogs, therapy cats, and more commonly recognized helpers. In each title, there's plenty of information within the text, though the narrative doesn't always flow smoothly. Several real-life stories of individual animals at work add interest, especially in Animal Actors , but some titles would have benefited from more numerous examples. Full-page photographs depict a good variety of the creatures in action, often interacting with people, though some of the images are stock photos. VERDICT Some flaws, but serviceable for subject needs.
Bibliography Index/Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Lights! Camera! Woof! Human actors are some of the most admired people in show biz, but what about animal actors? They're definitely the cat's meow. In this star-studded book, readers will learn about some of the most famous animals to walk the red carpet. They'll get a peek at the training process and what a typical day is like on the set. They'll also learn about where animal actors go when they retire. Easily accessible text and adorable photographs present an action-packed portrait of these cuddly celebrities at their finest.