From the Publisher
"This book would work best in conjunction with examples of local wildlife and animal signs. Back matter includes additional facts, games, and animal statistics. VERDICT This nonfiction picture book would supplement elementary nature and animal lessons well.–Lindsay Jensen, Nashville Public Library for School Library Journal
School Library Journal
05/01/2016
K-Gr 2—Cole is disappointed that he has not seen any wild creatures while visiting his friend Helena, but she shows him that although the animals may not be visible, traces of wildlife can be found all around them. While there is little actual story line (the location of the forest and the reason why Cole is going home tomorrow are not revealed), the reprise "Something had been there. Something had done that" appears with each example, giving the story a running thread and demonstrating that just because one hasn't spotted the animal, that doesn't mean it is not nearby. For instance, bark stripped from trees is evidence that snowshoe hares have made their mark and large ovals of matted grass mark the place where a moose has napped. Bright illustrations of the children's hike accompany the text and offer readers an idea of what the tracks look like. This book would work best in conjunction with examples of local wildlife and animal signs. Back matter includes additional facts, games, and animal statistics. VERDICT This nonfiction picture book would supplement elementary nature and animal lessons well.—Lindsay Jensen, Nashville Public Library
