Safe Travels for Squirrels

"After introducing the ways in which humans have put animal survival at risk, the text shifts to actions people have taken to help the animals. Habitat loss for birds, bats, and butterflies, for example, has been addressed by the creation of new homes in boxes and gardens. Descriptions of particular examples, such as the 'Nutty Narrows' squirrel bridge in Washington, provide useful real-life specificity. Photographs include scenes of the animals at risk and of the people working on solutions, as well as images of the finished project. A scene showing hordes of crabs crossing a high metal bridge is one of several effective images. Descriptions and photos offer an engaging, well-rounded introduction to innovative examples of humans helping animals. VERDICT Well-executed presentation of an intriguing wildlife preservation topic."--School Library Journal