WOOLF, Alex . Killer Cats . ISBN 978-1-84837-946-6 . LC 2011006626. WOOLF, Alex . Killer Crocodiles . ISBN 978-1-84837-947-3 . LC 2011006628. WOOLF, Alex . Killer Sharks . ISBN 978-1-84837-948-0 . LC 2011006625. WOOLF, Alex . Killer Snakes . ISBN 978-1-84837-949-7 . LC 2011006627. WOOLF, Alex . Killer Spiders . ISBN 978-1-84837-950-3 . LC 2011006629. ea vol: 32p. (Animal Attack Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Arcturus . 2012. PLB $28.50. Gr 2-5 Cranking up the adrenaline and fascinating facts with "Snack On This!" and "Chew On That!" text boxes scattered throughout, each of these accessible, brightly designed titles introduces 7 to 13 predators. Basic information and general physical descriptions are matched with toothy color photos, or, in the cases of Spiders and Snakes , extreme close ups. Considering the premise, direct views of dismembered prey or splashes of gore are almost entirely absent, but even when nurturing eggs or offspring these meat eaters are plainly intent on their next meals.

The sensationalistic titles aside, these overviews offer basic information about their subjects. Bears begins with a general introduction, followed by two- to four-page spreads about nine different bear species. Cats focuses on how eight feline species hunt. Lots of photos and easy-to-read texts will entice reluctant readers. These are adequate resources. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.