Living Fossils: Clues to the Past

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 16, 2016

Review

Attention grabbing illustrations, extremely interesting living fossils facts, and educational back pages combine to make this a very attractive package. There is adequate background to stimulate dinosaur lovers and budding biologist. The then and now format works especially with the addition of survival blocks. Arnold provides a timeline and websites that are helpful to readers of all ages.

Those environmentally inclined will appreciate the illustrations done by a zoologist. Plant's work varies from lovely too scary as the five animal are introduced and researched. This book will circulate from library shelves and primary grade educators will be thrilled with a copy in their classroom collections.

Overall Book Score: very good