Pang, Hannah. Habitats: A Journey in Nature. Isobel Lundie, Illus. 360 Degrees, 02/2024. [32]pp. Nonfiction. Trade $18.99. 978-1-944530-41-9. GRADES 2–5. ADDITIONAL.
Six habitats are introduced, including a rainforest, desert, ocean, forest, mountain, and natural spring. The factual text is set in various sizes, from a larger introductory sentence, to medium-sized paragraphs on areas of the biome, to smaller captions of individual animals and plants. The book design is unusual, featuring dynamic, wide page spreads with layered split pages, and full-color, stylized illustrations that appear to be done using collage and paint. Although the book is eye-catching, it appears to be limited in use to browsers and casual readers, and not substantial enough for report writers. Similar in design and scope to Pang’s Seasons (360 Degrees, 2021).
Penny Peck—San José State University, iSchool