In Search of Great White Sharks

Gr 3–5—Shark books are often in demand, and this set covers the basics fairly well. Each spread features a full-page photograph opposite a couple paragraphs of text on a general topic. Physical features, including identification tips, are followed by geographic range, hunting, birth, potential danger to humans, and conservation status. A concluding "Shark Bites" page offers five or six further interesting facts. The writing is crisp and informative, capturing a bit of the excitement of the fish without overdoing it. Photographs are serviceable, showing some variety of activity, a bit of visual comparison to other sharks, and one labeled view of key body parts. Close-ups of physiological features such as teeth are scarce, and most lack scenes of sharks hunting or capturing prey. Range maps are provided for the species with defined areas.