National Geographic Readers: Koalas
Cute, cuddly koalas are often mistaken for bears, but this book dispels that and many other myths. Koalas’ ecosystem, life cycle, feeding habits, and social behaviors are all discussed in straightforward detail. The publisher categorizes this series by readability, and this book, a level one, is written for kids who are just learning to read on their own. The text, therefore, is concise and contains plenty of sight words. Silly riddles and interesting trivia dot the pages, and the maps included live up to the standards set by other National Geographic Kids books. Full-color photographs are not only engaging and attractive but also serve to provide context for emergent readers. A picture glossary is included in the back matter. As an added incentive for reading, this edition is one of the many books on the publisher’s website that include related puzzles, games, quizzes, and a downloadable poster. Grades K-2. --Erin Anderson