Animal Lives: Dolphins and Porpoises Review

Animal Lives: Dolphins and Porpoises

Publisher: Teacher Created Resources

Authors: Sally Morgan

Price: Softcover: $5.99 - Purchase Here

Available at: Teacher Created Resources, 6421 Industry Way, Westminster, CA 92683 ; Phone: 800.662.4321; Email: custserv@teachercreated.com

I have shelves and shelves of books that I have accumulated over the years. I think most homeschool families are the same. After a while, you need to sift through them and keep the best of the crop. Animal Lives: Dolphins and Porpoises is one of the books I would keep on my shelf. This book is one in a series by Teacher Created Resources. It has a paperback cover but it is made of a heavy cardstock that will hold up longer than normal paperbacks. It's geared towards the elementary aged child but could easily be read aloud or used as a picture book for younger children, making it a great book for families with children of different ages.

There are several qualities about this book that make it appealing. Right from the cover, you will notice the wonderful photographs that are included throughout the book. These are great quality pictures that make you feel as if you are right there, which brings these animals to life. Secondly, the layout of the pages is very visually appealing with just enough information included that it will not overwhelm children with focusing problems. Also, the font size is large and in a style that is kid friendly.

Children will learn about the life cycle of dolphins and porpoises, how they grow and learn, where they can be found, and threats to these species. In addition, Animal Lives: Dolphins and Porpoises is packed with little facts that will teach many more interesting things about dolphins and porpoises. This is one of those books that is a great resource when doing a unit study or just to pull off the shelf and read.

Review by: Heidi Miller-Ford
Heidi Miller-Ford is a former school teacher who now enjoys staying at home to homeschool her own two children. She enjoys reading books, taking walks, and spending time with her family. She is also a business partner of a small company called Fortunately For You Books that writes homeschool curriculum for other homeschool families.