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School Library Journal
Reviewed on May 1, 2009
Gr 2-5 Partnering with the Smithsonian Institution, the noted science writer captures readers' attention immediately as he describes the "clever, curious, and mischievous" dolphins that seem to be unafraid of humans. He admits that there really isn't that much difference between dolphins and porpoises and reveals the way to tell them apart"dolphins often swim on or just below the surface, ridi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on July 1, 2009
Cute, smart, and approachable, dolphins have long fascinated humans. Simon draws readers beyond this initial captivation into deeper discussions of dolphin species both familiar (bottlenose and orca) and rare (Amazon River dolphin), describing their life cycles and social organization. As always, he guides read...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
Simon draws readers beyond initial captivation with dolphins' appearance and intelligence into deeper discussions of species, describing their li...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
