Curious about Guinea Pigs
(Curious About Pets)

Gr 3-5--A question-and-answer format introduces pets to prospective owners. Content touches on physical features, behavioral traits, and care. Practical questions about topics such as size and food are nicely balanced with ones that address specific behaviors, such as ferrets' toy-hoarding or a turtle's hiss. Visually appealing photographs depict a variety of species engaged in interesting activities, though they don't show kids interacting with the animals or the pet enclosures described in the text. Closing spreads provide resources for more detailed pet care information that readers may want to pursue. VERDICT A solid introduction for kids interested in less common pets.