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"The Whale Scientists: Solving the Mystery of Whale Strandings" by Fran Hodgkins

Author:

Fran Hodgkins

Publisher:

Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company, 2007

Reviewed by:

Heather Egerer, Racine Zoological Society

This book about whales would be best suited for middle school children on up to adults because there is a lot of content involved. This book provides very detailed accounts of whale triumphs and tribulations throughout the years. There are amazing photos that help to send the author’s written messages home. The beginning classification information is a very useful tool. The research the author put into this book is very impressive. The index and glossary were also beneficial. The ending of the book leaves you waiting and wanting to read more and stay current on whale efforts. The listing of other Scientists in the Field series books provides you with the opportunity to expand your horizons on different science topics. After reading this book, children and adults will feel informed and awed – especially by the pictures. This book would be an excellent resource for students to use as a reference for school reports on marine mammals. It also provides an educational background for students interested in studying science.