These books are each divided into two sections: first looking at geological history, then tourism. There's only one simple sentence per page, often only one per double-page spread. A final page of "Interesting Facts" provides more information at a higher reading level, but pre- or newly emergent readers will gain confidence with the main text. Child-friendly art illustrates the books.

K-Gr 2-With its softly colored, naive-style watercolors, simple vocabulary, and large typeface, this Level One reader introduces a popular site. Bauer tells how the Falls were formed and discusses the Native American origin of the word Niagara and the attraction of the Falls for daredevils. A fact page for older readers is included. This is a worthy purchase for one-on-one or group sharing, or for beginning readers.-Lynda Ritterman, Atco Elementary School, Waterford, NJ Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.