School Library Journal Review

Gr 2-4A detailed look at the seldom-seen life of a barn owl, this book follows a breeding pair throughout a year of hunting, feeding, courting, mating, nesting, and raising their young. The lyrical text is as lovely as Kitchens beautiful, naturalistic illustrations. The night scenes feature shades of deep blue and gray, with the luminous owls standing out against the darkened skies. The interior barn scenes are done in soft browns and golds. Children will find the realistic images appealing enough to pore over, and they will enjoy hearing the words read over and over. Those needing information for reports will find the basics here, accurately presented. An outstanding offering.Eunice Weech, M. L. King Elementary School, Urbana, IL (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.