Out of the Blue: How Animals Evolved from Prehistoric Seas by Elizabeth Shreeve, Frann Preston-Gannon
Published by Candlewick Press on May 11, 2021
ISBN: 9781536214109
Pages: 32
Genres: Non-Fiction
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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Before the text begins, Elizabeth Shreeve cleverly has readers guess, among hippos, dolphins, and sharks, which two animals are the closest relatives? Shreeve, complimented by Preston-Gannon’s illustrations, impressively chronicles life on Earth from its beginning until mammals arrive on the planet. The kid-friendly text makes the subject entertaining and easy to follow. The time periods (noted at the bottom) and notes accompanying various creatures are a nice addition. This will surely be the go-to book for teachers and parents when teaching evolution.

The total package is simple and effective.—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

A book to be read over and over for its intriguing story, illustrations, and captions. —School Library Journal (starred review)

Reviewed by Barb Rehmeyer, Liberty Library