Antonov An-225 Mriya

K-Gr 3—Readers of all ages will find themselves saying "Wow!" when reading about the vehicles and machines spotlighted in this attention-getting set of books. From the largest cruise liner in the world to the biggest carrier plane ever built, the subjects are fascinating, and audience members will learn about each one's size, speed, and purpose. It's the photos, however, that really drive home the information as they illustrate the sheer enormity in a visually indisputable way. Yes, the Antonov An-225 Mriya plane is big, but when readers see the photo of the people standing on the runway near it, its size becomes much more concrete. Similarly, the inclusion of a clever chart consisting of large objects in silhouette alongside the focal vehicle or building is helpful for visual learners; the figure of a typical first grader among the items included provides readers a more personal look at just how enormous these things are.