Spring 2024

Capybaras

From the Set Nature's Most Massive Animals

Have you ever seen a capybara before? They’re the world’s largest rodent! When they’re not swimming in rivers, they’re looking for food like grass and bark. Learn more about these furry creatures and discover where they live, how they’re born, and more!

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Interest Level Grade 1 - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Dewey Number 599.35
Lexile 600L
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level N
Language English
Publisher Lerner Publishing
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9798765608401
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 24
Dimensions 7.75 x 10.25
Graphics Full-color photographs

SLJ Review of Nature’s Most Massive Animals

Each of the featured species is the largest in its group. Capybaras, for example, are the largest rodents and the Japanese spider crab is the biggest arthropod. Height and sometimes weight are noted, both at birth and full-grown stages, and occasionally compared to other massive animals. The bulk of the text, though, focuses on life cycles and habitats. Every page includes a large photograph; some of these use captions to highlight key features or add extra facts. The use of a large font, with key sentences sometimes printed in different colors, adds some visual appeal. Endangered status is noted when applicable. A simple labeled body diagram and additional fun facts appear in a final spread. VERDICT Solid animal profiles where subject coverage is needed.

Author: Walt Brody