Davies, Nicola. Many: The Diversity of Life on Earth. Illustrated by Emily Sutton. Candlewick Press, 2017. Unpaged. $15.99. ISBN 9780763694838. Ages 5-8. P8Q8
This book is a follow up to Tiny Creatures, The World of Microbes by Davies and Sutton. It is an accessible and engaging beginning science book that talks about the diversity of life on earth in clear, simple language that is appropriate for young readers. The author and artist help readers see the huge variety of creatures, as well as the interdependence between various living things. Other areas of focus are patterns in nature, conservation, and extinction of species. The watercolor illustrations have a folk art feeling to them and are very colorful and fun to look at.
VERDICT: I think this book will be a good addition to the children’s collection at my library, and I expect it to be popular with parents of young children.
December 2017 review by Carol Schramm.
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