Animal Survival. ABDO Publishing. 2023. $23.95 each, $143.70 for set of 6. Grades. 2-5.

Holmes, Parker. Hiding and Bluffing to Survive. 978-1-532-19851-9.
MacCarald, Clara. Getting Smelly to Survive. 978-1-532-19850-2.
—. Hunting to Survive. 978-1-532-19852-6.
—. Migrating to Survive. 978-1-532-19853-3.
Perdew, Laura. Fleeing to Survive. 978-1-532-19849-6.
—. Working Together to Survive. 978-1-532-19854-0.

There are a wide variety of animals alive on earth. Whether they are on land, fly through the air, or swim in the waters, all animals and species need to be able to survive. The Animal Survival series informs readers of the many ways animals adapt in order to survive. Although each survival skill is unique, they all play an important role in the survival of its species. This reviewer read Getting Smelly to Survive by Clara MacCarald. After reading, the reviewer can say that this book is downright stinky! Odors play an important part of life, whether it be to help animals come closer or to move away. Filled with photographs of different animals, showcasing themselves in their smelly nature, this book informs readers of a unique survival tactic some animals utilize.

THOUGHTS: Filled with delightful photographs, easy-to-read text, and web links to additional information, this book showcases a few animals that use scent to survive. A fun read for explorers with a sense of humor!

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