Raccoons in the Dark
These clever creatures are among the commonest and most recognizable animals in North America. Curious young students will be delighted to learn about these masked mammals.
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Series Review: Creatures of the Night"Gonzales features animals that readers might be familiar with but rarely get a chance to see. Basic details are complemented by eclectic trivia, such as the fact that bats sleep hanging upside down and that only male crickets chirp. Each volume concludes with a defense of the animal (for they are not all lovable) and why it is vital to humans. The layout is attractive, with easy-to-read text and eye-catching photography..."
--Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA, School Library Journal