SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Alligator: Master of Might

by Josh PLATTNER
9781624037351. ea vol: 24p. (Animal Superpowers). glossary. illus. photos. ABDO. 2015. lib. ed. $25.65. ebk. $25.65.
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Gr 1–3—Each title in this series briefly identifies one "superpower" for each animal, such as the alligator's strong jaws or the regeneration ability of the salamander. This brief introduction is followed by straightforward species basics. Using a few sentences per page, the author covers habitat, behavior, physical features, and other general topics. The simple writing is appropriate for early readers, but the series of facts sometimes feels disjointed. Two or three photographs per spread add some visual appeal; a tooth-first image of an alligator is a particularly strong example. The superhero theme is reinforced at each book's close with a cartoon drawing of the animal in superhero garb and a prompt for readers to imagine what its powers might be.
VERDICT Adequate species data for beginners, with minimal tie-ins to the superhero motif.
The "superpowers" that make alligators, salamanders, and poison dart frogs unique as well as more basic information are introduced using short sentences and eye-catching color photographs. The information amounts to a cursory glance, but the material is presented in an engaging manner and may inspire further research. An illustrated "superhero" for each animal and a quiz are appended. Glos. Review covers these Super SandCastle: Animal Superpowers titles: Alligator, Poison Dart Frogs, and Salamander.
Reviewed by Steven Engelfried , Nov 01, 2015

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